Laughter, Falling Water and Time
The Capitol has a framework of steel set in walls of brick and stone, supported by columns of granite and marble. The framework as well as the floors, partitions, and roof are protected against fire by hollow tile.The exterior walls are of grayish white Georgia marble, and the foundation, terraces, outside balustrades, and steps are … Read more
STATE CAPITOL Saint Paul, Minnesota Built high upon a bluff over looking the city, our fine capital has the largest unsupported marble dome in the world. Opened in 1905, it was inspired by Michelangelo’s design of Saint Peter’s in Rome. MINNESOTA STATE CAPITOL St. Paul, Minnesota Designed by Cass Gilbert, its beautiful grounds make it … Read more
ST. PAUL—STATE CAPITOL 161 St. Anthony, St. Paul, Mn. Telephone: (651) 227-871 1 Toll Free: (800) 323-9050 LOCATION: Just off 1 94 at Marion St. Exit, near junction with 1 35 E. Only blocks from the State Capitol; only minutes from St. Paul Civic Center, the new Science Museum of MN with its unique Omnitheater, … Read more