million dollars.
This Capitol is hemmed in by many other buildings
in downtown Atlanta.
One of two grand
staircases
The Rotunda
Interior Galleries
The Senate Chamber
with wood accents
The House of Representatives
is very similar to the
Senate Chamber.
The fourth floor has
museum exhibits.
We were fascinated by the
model of the Capitol Dome.
Eric and I were delighted by the rotunda, the galleries and grand staircases. The wood accents warmed up the large public areas their light beige walls. There are many portraits and statues of Georgians who shaped the history of this state. We found the Senate Chamber and House of Representatives to be very Southern with the interior shutters to block out the sunshine and keep the rooms as cool as possible. The museum on the fourth floor depicts Georgia's history, from earliest times through modern economic, scientific and cultural events that changed this state.
We enjoyed our self guided tour and are very aware that there is much that we walked past, not knowing its importance to Georgia and its people. Guided tours are amazing, whether provided by volunteers or paid staff. They provide historic context to a visit and show the pride taken in the Capitol's special place in its peoples' hearts and minds.
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