Nebraska State Capitol

Nebraska State Capitol

The Indiana limestone structure draws on both Classical and Gothic architectural traditions, but represents major innovations in state capitol design. The structure is nicknamed "The Tower of the Plains."

The Nebraska Capitol's height is surpassed only by the Louisiana State Capitol, which rises 34 stories but was influenced by the Nebraska State Capitol's design.

It was the first U.S. state capitol with usable tower space.

The tower is crowned by a golden dome with a 5.94 m (19.5 ft) sculpture of "The Sower," by Lawrie, which faces northwest. The dome is symbolic of the sun, and its reflective surface changes color with the weather.

Location

1445 K Street
Lincoln, Lancaster County
Nebraska, USA

Getting There

The Nebraska State Capitol is located in Lincoln, Nebraska and can be accessed by public transportation. The city of Lincoln operates a bus service called StarTran which provides public transportation in the city. The StarTran bus system has several routes that stop near the Nebraska State Capitol, including routes 24, 28, and 48. Visitors can check the StarTran website or mobile app for schedules and route information. Additionally, taxis and ride-sharing services are also available in Lincoln for those who prefer them.

Nearby Airports

This is a list of primary airports in Nebraska that have scheduled passenger service on commercial airlines.