Indiana Statehouse — Attraction in Indianapolis

I enjoy touring state capitol buildings when I travel. We went through security & got a self guided tour pamphlet at the tour desk. I did call up in advance to check if they have guided tours, unfortunately they did not have one when we planned. I would recommend a guided tour, as it gets you in to the house and senate chambers. I did some research before visiting the capitol so was able to relate things.

A very nice capitol building with ornate interior. It is beautiful and well maintained. The interior is modeled in the Italian Renaissance style with doors made of Indiana oak and Indiana limestone used throughout the structure. The pinnacle of the building is 256 feet high, it was the second tallest building in Indiana at the time of its completion.

The four-story building is designed in the shape of a cross. A large central rotunda with a glass domed ceiling connects the four wing. The interior is marked by beautifully intricate blue stained glass dome, marble floors, granite columns, an ornate balcony, and period wall and ceiling designs. It was remarkable and best viewed from the upper floor.

The Indiana Capitol is one of the few where all three branches of government still meet in the Capitol! There are stairs/or elevators to all the levels and each floor is different. The first floor houses the governor's office and the offices of the administration. Enjoyed walking around the third and fourth floors taking in the architecture and viewing the various chambers through the windows since they were not open for access.

We saw the statues of past presidents and other public art structures surround the building. It's worth a visit learning something about history. This was one of the beautiful state houses I have been to and also one of the state house that didn't explain much about their rich history.

We wouldn't have known much about their history if I did not do research prior visiting. We couldn't get much information on the two page pamphlet they provided. Also there was no attendant in the tour desk so no information was provided about anything. Comparatively I felt they didn't care about their visitors, so three stars. The entrance was not stroller friendly. There is paid parking and metered street parking around...

Whether you love Indiana history, appreciate art and architecture, or geek out on civics, the Indiana Statehouse is a place every Hoosier should visit at least once. Yes I know, you probably went once on a school field trip. But be honest, you probably weren't paying attention through most of that, so it’s worth it to go again and really experience it this time.

The mature trees around the grounds are quite lovely, especially in the fall. And one of the sycamores located just south of the main entrance grew from a seed that went to the moon — THE MOON! Don’t’ believe me? Google “NASA moon trees.” Yep, totally true!

The building’s architectural elements are also really remarkable, both inside and out. Corinthian columns, marble floors, carved wood doorways, glowing chandeliers. Of course, the crown jewel is the glass ceiling in the rotunda. Happening beneath this colorful masterpiece, you’ll often find public demonstrations and gatherings about key issues for the state legislature. But as long as you’re quiet and respect that this is an important workplace, you can still walk around and enjoy the building even when they’re in session.

I also think the building is interesting for its significance in our state’s government process. And as you walk past the house and senate chambers, you’ll also see beautiful statues and paintings depicting many of Indiana’s key historical figures. Definitely take a tour if you have time, you’ll...

This is another architectural landmark in the USA. This beautiful building is the Indiana State Capitol or the Statehouse located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. This 4 floor building was built in 1888 and houses all executive offices, the Indiana State Senate, the Indiana House of Representatives, and the Indiana State Supreme Court.

About almost 100 years after it was built, the building went through a major renovation in 1986 for the Centennial Celebration two years later in an effort to restoring or recreating the original design. "Four acres of plaster walls and ceilings were stripped, painted, and decorated. 1,500 gallons of paint were used. 124,500 square feet of interior marble and limestone were cleaned. 4.25 acres of Indiana limestone were cleaned on the exterior of the building. 31.5 miles of mortar joints were cut and repointed on the exterior limestone. 2,920 two-feet-square pieces of marble floor, approximately 1.1 miles in length, were removed and replaced for the installation of new electrical wiring. 45,000 board feet of white oak were used in woodwork, equivalent to 85 average trees. This included eight sets of white oak monumental entrance doors. 40 original brass chandeliers were restored and 67...