National Historic Landmark

Wyoming State Capitol and Grounds

Cheyenne, Laramie County, Wyoming
Listed
January 29, 1973
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
73001935

About this property

The Wyoming State Capitol is located in the city of Cheyenne. Cheyenne is the seat of government for the U.S. state of Wyoming, also hosting the workspace for the governor, Mark Gordon, and his staff. Built between 1886 and 1890, the capitol is located in Cheyenne and contains the chambers of the Wyoming State Legislature as well as the office of the Governor of Wyoming. It was designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1987. The Capitol underwent an extensive three-year renovation and reopened to the public on July 10, 2019.

Location

24th St. and Capitol Ave.
Cheyenne, Laramie County, Wyoming
41.14023, -104.82013

Categories

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTUREPOLITICS/GOVERNMENTARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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

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Questions about this property

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

Wyoming State Capitol and Grounds was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 29, 1973.

What type of historic resource is Wyoming State Capitol and Grounds?

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

Is Wyoming State Capitol and Grounds a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Wyoming State Capitol and Grounds has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

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

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

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