National Register of Historic Places

Missouri State Capitol Building and Grounds

Jefferson City, Cole County, Missouri
Listed
June 22, 1969
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
69000096

About this property

The Missouri State Capitol is the home of the Missouri General Assembly and the executive branch of government of the U.S. state of Missouri. Located in Jefferson City at 201 West Capitol Avenue, it is the third capitol to be built in the city. (The previous two were demolished after they were damaged by fire.) The domed building, designed by the New York City architectural firm of Tracy and Swartwout, was completed in 1917. The capitol’s dome is the first thing travelers see when approaching Jefferson City from the north. In addition to the state Senate and House of Representatives, the capitol also contains offices of the governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, state treasurer, state auditor, and some administrative agencies. It is individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a contributing property in the Missouri State Capitol Historic District. The capitol is Jefferson City's leading tourist attraction. It is a destination for school groups who arrive by busloads, particularly during General Assembly sessions. Students fill the galleries to watch the Senate and House of Representatives in action.

Location

Jefferson City, Cole County, Missouri
38.57936, -92.17319

Categories

POLITICS/GOVERNMENTARCHITECTURE
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Historic Sites

Missouri State Capitol Historic District
Listed
0.1 mi
Lohman's Landing Building
Early Republic
0.2 mi
Missouri State Capitol Historic District (Boundary Increase)
Listed
0.2 mi
Missouri Governor's Mansion
Industrial
0.2 mi
Tergin Apartment Building
Industrial
0.2 mi

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When was Missouri State Capitol Building and Grounds listed on the National Register?

Missouri State Capitol Building and Grounds was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 22, 1969.

What type of historic resource is Missouri State Capitol Building and Grounds?

Missouri State Capitol Building and Grounds is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Missouri State Capitol Building and Grounds?

The period of significance for Missouri State Capitol Building and Grounds is recorded as the industrial era.

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