Although the new brick structure was well-built and extravagant, the General Assembly of Illinois ignored the town's gesture and voted again in the next session to relocate the state capital to Springfield on …

The growth of the state had increased the need for more file storage and office space than the Old State Capitol allowed. Today it is the center of Illinois government.

The Illinois State Capitol is open to the public. Public tours are available inside the Capitol Building. Capitol tours include the House and Senate galleries, Governor’s reception area, Hall of Governors, …

Today it is the center of Illinois government. The building is topped with a 405-foot dome and is a convention of Renassance Revival and Second Empire Style. Visitors can watch Illinois politics in …

We invite you to see and experience the Old State Capitol by taking a guided or self-guided walk through the historic site. Staff will be on hand to answer your questions as you view the building. The …

Discover the legacy of Illinois' early government at the Old State Capitol, a historic site preserved by the Old State Capitol Foundation in Springfield.

Home to the Illinois State Legislature since 1877, the Capitol also houses the offices of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Comptroller and Treasurer. Its 361-foot high dome—74 feet …