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State Capitol:
Raleigh became the capital of North Carolina in 1792. This is the second capitol built in Raleigh and was completed in 1840 and has been designated as a National Historic Landmark. In 1788, North Carolina was the 12th state to ratify the U.S. Constitution.
The "Three Presidents" Statue
This work honors the Presidents Andrew Jackson (the 7th), James Polk (the 11th) and Andrew Johnson (the 17th). All three are claimed as natives of the North Carolina, but all three were elected President when they were residents of Tennessee.
Liberty Bell:
The United States Department of the Treasury selected a foundry in France to cast 55 full-sized replicas of the Liberty Bell. States and territories of the United States each received a bell as a gift to be displayed and rung on special occasions.
North Carolina Veterans' Monument
This memorial is dedicated to the heroic men and women of North Carolina who served in American wars. As long as the flame of freedom burns, then the memory of their sacrifice for peace shall endure. This monument was dedicated in May, 1990 honoring all veterans of World War I, World War II and the Korean War.
Canova's Statue of George Washington
Antonio Canova, an Italian, was commissioned by North Carolina to create a sculpture honoring George Washington. He was sent a marble bust of Washington to assist him. He's depicted as a Roman general. The original was destroyed in a fire in 1831; this is a marble copy created in the early 1970's.
The Senate Chamber (1840-1961)
This chamber has been restored to its 1840's appearance. The chamber was used for 121 years until it moved to the State Legislative Building in 1963. Lack of space and modern conveniences were to reason for the move. This room is used for educational purposes and special ceremonies.
The House Chamber (1840-1961)
As with the Senate Chamber this chamber was retored to its 1840's appearance.
The Governor's Office (1840-1961)
The office is the official Governor's office and has been since 1840. The furnishings are of the 1840-1865 time period.
State Geologist's Office
This room has been restored to its late 1850's appearance. At this time the State Geologist conducted a geological survey to determine the commercial and agricultural value of minerals and plants native to the state. This office existed from 1856 to 1865. Before and after this time period it was used for various other purposes.

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State Capitol: Raleigh became the capital of North Carolina in 1792. This is the second capitol built in Raleigh and was completed in 1840 and has been designated as a National Historic Landmark. In 1788, North Carolina was the 12th state to ratify the U.S. Constitution.
The "Three Presidents" Statue This work honors the Presidents Andrew Jackson (the 7th), James Polk (the 11th) and Andrew Johnson (the 17th). All three are claimed as natives of the North Carolina, but all three were elected President when they were residents of Tennessee.
Liberty Bell: The United States Department of the Treasury selected a foundry in France to cast 55 full-sized replicas of the Liberty Bell. States and territories of the United States each received a bell as a gift to be displayed and rung on special occasions.
North Carolina Veterans' Monument This memorial is dedicated to the heroic men and women of North Carolina who served in American wars. As long as the flame of freedom burns, then the memory of their sacrifice for peace shall endure. This monument was dedicated in May, 1990 honoring all veterans of World War I, World War II and the Korean War.
Canova's Statue of George Washington Antonio Canova, an Italian, was commissioned by North Carolina to create a sculpture honoring George Washington. He was sent a marble bust of Washington to assist him. He's depicted as a Roman general. The original was destroyed in a fire in 1831; this is a marble copy created in the early 1970's.
The Senate Chamber (1840-1961) This chamber has been restored to its 1840's appearance. The chamber was used for 121 years until it moved to the State Legislative Building in 1963. Lack of space and modern conveniences were to reason for the move. This room is used for educational purposes and special ceremonies.
The House Chamber (1840-1961) As with the Senate Chamber this chamber was retored to its 1840's appearance.
The Governor's Office (1840-1961) The office is the official Governor's office and has been since 1840. The furnishings are of the 1840-1865 time period.
State Geologist's Office This room has been restored to its late 1850's appearance. At this time the State Geologist conducted a geological survey to determine the commercial and agricultural value of minerals and plants native to the state. This office existed from 1856 to 1865. Before and after this time period it was used for various other purposes.