Capitol Update
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Because They Fall
Words of wisdom from a fourth grade visitor at the Nebraska State Capitol. Asked why autumn is sometimes called fall, a fourth grade student on tour responded “Because that’s when the leaves fall.” Don’t miss out,…
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Standing Bear Statue Dedication
The Nebraska State Capitol serves as a history book of Nebraska through its artwork and symbolism. No history of Nebraska is complete without mentioning the First Nebraskans. On the exterior of the Capitol flanking the main…
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Courtyard Fountains Dedicated
On Friday September 22nd the Legislature’s Sesquicentennial gift to Nebraska was dedicated. The four courtyard fountains intended to be the focal point of the Nebraska State Capitol’s courtyards were not installed during original construction due to…
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Salute to the Good Life September 22 at the Capitol
The Nebraska Sesquicentennial Commission’s gala tribute to Nebraska’s history, culture and military personnel will begin at 4:00 p.m. Friday September 22 on Centennial Mall north of the Nebraska State Capitol. Activities will include a mobile children’s…
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911 Remembrance
The Lincoln Fire and Rescue Department, the Lincoln Police Department and the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Department paid tribute to the first responders who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 during and following the terrorist attacks…
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Attention Nebraska Fourth Graders Top Secret
As you start fourth grade in this Sesquicentennial year, our 150th year since statehood in 1867, you will want to dazzle your teachers, and classmates, with your knowledge of Nebraska. An amazing website was created to…
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Eclipsing the Capitol
For a brief moment on August 21, 2017 the Nebraska State Capitol will not shine as the most spectacular sight in the state. The Capitol will be eclipsed by the eclipse. Some Nebraskans and visitors may…
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Before school starts have a Capitol adventure
With school starting in just a couple weeks, families may be looking for one last adventure before everyone gets busy with school preparation. The Nebraska Tourism Commission is sponsoring the Nebraska Passport Program, the Capitol is…
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Lincoln in a Different Light
Once again the Capitol and Lincoln can be seen in a different light—sunlight. Every year during the longest days of summer the front face of the Capitol and the relief sculpture featured are bathed in sunlight. …
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Water is Flowing
Testing has begun on the Capitol courtyard fountains. Contractors and Office of the Capitol Commission staff are in the final test phase of the project. The courtyard fountains are flowing and final adjustments are being made…