Capitol Update
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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 of the steel windows on the…
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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. The dedication of the Capitol to…
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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 make it difficult to open and…
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Founders Museum on 1st Floor
The Founders Museum includes photographs and information about the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence, 6 influential Ladies of the Revolution and 20 key moments in the battle for Independence. Each individual exhibit displays a…
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2026 Capitol Ornament
The Office of the Capitol Commission's 2026 Commemorative Ornament celebrates the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States in 1776. The solid brass ornament is a replica of the Great Seal of the United…
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Ready for Winter
The Office of the Capitol Commission is readying the Nebraska State Capitol for winter. The main entrance at the top of the north stairs on K Street has been closed. With the sun never reaching the…
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2025 OCC Ornament
The 2025 Office of the Capitol Commission ornament commemorates the final phase of the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning and Window Replacement Project. Now that contractors have moved into the tower, an often missed decorative detail of…
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Malcolm X Installed
The bust of Malcolm X, the 27th member of Nebraska Hall of Fame, has been installed upon the limestone base with the official bronze plaque announcing his membership and contribution to society. The bust on its…
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Capitol Christmas Tree Needed
It’s been a hot hot hot summer. Did thinking of the coming winter and snow make you feel cooler on those hot days? The Office of the Capitol Commission is thinking cool December thoughts -- Christmas…
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Capitol Babies Banded
Almost 3 weeks after they were hatched, the first set of Peregrine chicks, or eyas, hatched at the Nebraska State Capitol since 2016 were banded in the 14th floor Memorial Chamber on June 12, 2024. Office…
