Capitol Update
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Women’s Suffrage and the Capitol: A Shared Beginning
In 1919 Congress submitted the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution to the states for ratification. In 1919, the Nebraska legislature passed the law that created the Nebraska Capitol Commission and began the process which…
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Red sky at night….a delight
At this time of year, the Indiana limestone tower of the Nebraska State Capitol is a canvas for the sun. As the sun shines on the building, the many angles and lines of the beautifully faceted…
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Sunny Photo Opp
It’s happening! The sun is once again shining on the north facade of the Capitol. Below you can see the sun gracing the relief sculpture above the main entrance to the Capitol. Peaking above you can…
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Visit the Capitol this Summer
Summer time visitors to the Nebraska State Capitol will find the tour staff ready to show them the building and share Nebraska’s story. The Legislature has adjourned and school tours are finished for the season. Groups…
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Arbor Day at the Capitol
It was a beautiful morning to plant a tree on the Capitol’s south west lawn in celebration of Arbor Day, Nebraska’s home grown holiday. Dignitaries from the Nebraska Forest Service and the Arbor Day Foundation joined…
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Rallying at the Capitol
Rallies at the Nebraska State Capitol are held on the public sidewalks around the perimeter of the Capitol grounds, and during warmer months, generally May - October, on the North Plaza of the Capitol. Groups wishing…
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Youth Art Month at the Capitol
March is Youth Art Month at the Nebraska State Capitol. Beginning March 4 the Nebraska Music Education Association will hold a series of free noon time concerts in the 2nd floor rotunda. The public is invited…
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Capitol Closed March 2
The Nebraska State Capitol will be closed to allow for special statehood day activities sponsored by the Nebraskaland Foundation on Saturday March 2. The building will reopen for public tours on Sunday March 3 at 1:00…
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Go Big Red! Capitol?
The Capitol was lit red to celebrate the University of Nebraska’s Charter Day, February 15th……. and the celebration continues. The Office of the Capitol Commission illuminates the Capitol with colored light at the request of non-profit…
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Guidelines for Photography in the Capitol
The Office of the Capitol Commission has established guidelines for photographers, groups and individuals wishing to have their photos taken inside the Capitol. Because the Capitol is a public building with public functions of government taking…
