Boston - State House

 
The State House of Massachusetts was built on Beacon Hill in 1798. The middle section, with a high gilded dome, was designed by Charles Bulfinch, who built the Capitol in Washington DC. On the terrace in front of the buildings are statues of two New England statesmen, Daniel Webster (1782-1852) and Horace Mann (1796-1859). On the first floor are the Doric Hall, which is used for civic occasions, the Hall of Flags (with flags and historical paintings) and the Great Hall (1990). On the second floor are the Governor's offices, the Senate Chamber, the Senate Reception Room and the Chamber of the House of Representatives. In the north wing is the State Library.

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Hours:
10am-3:30pm; Closed: Sun, Sat
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Tips: Please call ahead for a reservation.
Guides: Guided tour included with admission.
Transit: T: Park Street

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Golden dome & cupola of the Boston State House completed in 1798 by Charles Bulfinch.Golden dome & cupola of the Boston State House completed in 1798 by Charles Bulfinch.
The Massachusetts State House of 1798 with a portico added in 1895 in Boston, MA.The Massachusetts State House of 1798 with a portico added in 1895 in Boston, MA.
State House, Boston.State House, Boston.
Main entrance to the Massachusetts State House, Boston.Main entrance to the Massachusetts State House, Boston.
Massachusetts State House at night, Boston, MA.Massachusetts State House at night, Boston, MA.
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