National Register of Historic Places
Wisconsin State Capitol
Wisconsin State Capitol is a historic place in Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1970, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 70000031.
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Wisconsin State Capitol
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About this place
What is Wisconsin State Capitol?
The Wisconsin State Capitol, located in Madison, Wisconsin, houses both chambers of the Wisconsin Legislature along with the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the Office of the Governor. Completed in 1917, the building is the fifth to serve as the Wisconsin capitol since the first territorial legislature convened in 1836 and the third building since Wisconsin was granted statehood in 1848. The Wisconsin State Capitol is the tallest building in Madison, a distinction that has been preserved by a state law that prohibits buildings within 1 mi (1.6 km) of the Capitol from being taller than the 187 feet (57 m) columns surrounding the dome. The Capitol is located at the southwestern end of the Madison Isthmus in downtown Madison, bordered by streets that make up the Capitol Square.
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Listing details
- Name
- Wisconsin State Capitol
- City
- Madison
- County
- Dane County
- State
- Wisconsin
- Listed on the National Register
- October 15, 1970
- NRIS reference number
- 70000031
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 43.07510, -89.38468
When was Wisconsin State Capitol listed on the National Register?
Wisconsin State Capitol was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1970.
Where is Wisconsin State Capitol located?
Wisconsin State Capitol is located in Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin at approximately 43.07510, -89.38468. See the map above.
Is Wisconsin State Capitol a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Wisconsin State Capitol is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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