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The Office of the Nebraska Capitol Commission staff works continuously to care for the Nebraska State Capitol. Whether overseeing building-wide projects such as the restoration of the exterior limestone facade, … Continued

The Nebraska State Capitol, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976 is also a Registered National Historic Landmark. Within the Capitol all areas are either Preservation Space … Continued

During the Nebraska State Capitol’s 1922-32 construction period, with limited space on site for a power plant, the state took advantage of the University of Nebraska’s 1929 construction of a … Continued

In 1989 a major restoration and renovation project was undertaken following the construction of a new facility to house the State’s Information Management Services. The project included 30,000 square feet … Continued

Mission Statement Office of the Capitol Commission Nebraska Capitol Collections OCC/NCC Recognizing that the Office of the Capitol Commission is the main institution charged with the restoration, preservation, maintenance, and … Continued

Furnishings Many furnishings that were purchased for the Goodhue Capitol were sold at auction during the 1950s, 60s and early 70s. These furnishings were primarily fabricated of walnut and include … Continued

In 1995 an inspection of the entire exterior surface of the Nebraska State Capitol was conducted by consultants. They determined that Nebraska’s seasonal temperature extremes and resulting freeze-thaw cycle had … Continued