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North Carolina Museum of History

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5 E Edenton St Raleigh NC 27601
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(919) 733-4994
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Toll Free
(800) 336-9626
Fax
(919) 715-4030

Business Hours

Status: Open

Sunday
1:00pm-4:00pm
Monday
8:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am-5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am-5:00pm
Friday
8:00am-5:00pm
Saturday
10:00am-4:00pm

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Built between 1833 and 1840, this National Historic Landmark is one of the best-preserved examples of a civic building in Greek Revival-style architecture. It originally housed the governor's office, cabinet offices, legislative chambers, state library and state geologist's office.

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This beautifully preserved example of Greek Revival architecture from 1840 once housed all the functions of state government. Today it's part museum, part executive offices. Under its domed rotunda, is contained a copy of Antonio Canova's statue of George Washington, who's depicted as a Roman general, with a tunic, tight-fitting body armor, and a short cape. Guided tours are given Saturday...

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This stately Greek Revival structure (constructed 1833-40) is a National Historic Landmark. All state business was conducted here until 1888. The building now contains the offices of the governor and lieutenant governor, as well as restored legislative chambers. Beneath the awe-inspiring 97-foot copper dome is a duplicate of Antonio Canova's marble statue of George Washington dressed as a Roman...

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An interesting place to visit

Average Rating
80

Whilst not as grand as some State Capitol buildings we have previously visited it's still worth the time to go and see. The grounds show a variety of sculptures including tributes to the 3 Presidents from the state, Vietnam and world war 2 memorials - all very good.

Another great place

Average Rating
80

This place is also great to visit. We can see some parts of the building and read some history about it. We also can see the meeting room and how does it look like.... Not much to see in this building, but still worth it and impressive.

Great historical spot

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80

The North Carolina State Capitol is a great place to visit. However, do not expect to receive a tour guide upon your visit. Unless, we did not receive one. I do think it is good to see what goes on in the Capitol building, and it is a great place to take kids on a history trip. This landmark is...

Packed with kids and average overall

Average Rating
60

No gold dome here. Just an average style capitol building. Bus tours with kids means no enjoyment. Don't feel bad if you miss this one.

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Very nice old state house. Excellent tours of the building . The grounds are also very attractive. Great for history lovers

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The State Capitol building, built in 1840, is an excellent example of a civic structure in Greek Revival-style architecture. Though recently renovated, the building does contain some original furniture.

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