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Despite all of this, the Capitol continues to represent a symbol of democracy. I. n 2004, Vginia ir embarked on a comprehensive three-year plan to restore both the exterior and interior of the Capitol. Virginia’s historic Capitol has been fully restored to its early 20th-century appearance.
Richmond, VA 23219. Industry. Media. Designed by Thomas Jefferson, the State Capitol houses America’s oldest legislative assembly. Daily one-hour guided tours showcase historical statuary and paintings, rare exhibit objects, and newly restored legislative chambers. Self-guided tours also are available.
Virginia State Capitol. Virginia's Legislature. Law & Resources. State Budget. Capitol Classroom. 2024 Legislative Special Session I Convenes Monday, May 13, 2024. See more: Legislative Sessions. Important Annual Dates enacted into VA law by the Virginia General Assembly. (All Dates Listing) Meeting Schedules: Senate of Virginia Meeting Schedule.
Virtual Tour at the Virgina State Capitol. TOURS HOME | VIRTUAL CAPITOL | VIRTUAL GROUNDS | FAQS. Extension. Bank Street Entrance. The new visitor entrance on Bank Street allows the general public to enter the Virginia State Capitol at street level and provides an area for buses to drop off visitors.
Welcome to Virginia's Virtual State Capitol. As part of the 2004-07 restoration team, I would like to highlight the historical treasures of the Capitol and Capitol Grounds as well as recent innovations to these areas. You can view videos of the Capitol and explore on your own.
The building—along with two wings added in the twentieth century—continues to house the oldest elected legislative body in North America, the Virginia General Assembly, first established as the House of Burgesses in 1619.
The Virginia State Capitol History Project. Exploring the State Capitol Building and Capitol Square, Past and Present. Virtual tours of the Capitol. View More Inaugural Ephemera. click here.
