Nebraska became the 37th state admitted to the United States on March 1, 1867. This year Nebraskans will gather in the Capitol Rotunda on February 28th to celebrate the 147th anniversary of statehood with a program to announce the Nebraska Sesquincentennial Committee’s plans for commemorating the upcoming 150th anniversary of statehood in 2017. The 8:00 a.m. program and news conference are open to the public. On Saturday March 1, 2014 the Capitol will be closed for a special statehood day event and will reopen for guided tours on Sunday March 2nd at 1:00 p.m.
Celebrating Nebraska’s Birthday
More from the Capitol
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Tower Window Work
Contractors will be visibly working on the exterior of the Capitol's central tower through Thanksgiving. The tower work will include caulking the bronze ribbon windows, and the removal and repair…
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Memorial Day Meaning
The laying of the cornerstone for the Nebraska State Capitol on November 11, 1922 was a reminder of the Great War and the sacrifices made by the Nebraska who served. …
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Dangerous Wind
Windy conditions during the spring season may require some of the doors to the Capitol to be closed for visitor's safety. We will keep the entrances open unless gusty winds…
