Benicia Capitol State Historic Park

 
The Benicia Capitol State Historic Park is a Greek Revival building that has been restored to the period 1854 when it was used as the state capitol building. It is the site of California's third seat of government (1853-54). The interior includes a board for board reconstruction of the building's original floor with ponderosa pine. The desks, Including three originals from the Benicia period or earlier, are furnished with a candlestick, a 19th century newspaper, a quill pen and a top hat.

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Hours:
10am-5pm; Closed: Mon, Tue, Wed
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Typical Visit: 30 minutes

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