Oklahoma State Capitol

Oklahoma State Capitol

The Oklahoma State Capitol is the house of government of the U.S. state of Oklahoma. It is the building that houses the Oklahoma Legislature and executive branch offices.

In 1910, Oklahoma's capital was moved from Guthrie to Oklahoma City. Construction began on the Oklahoma State Capitol in 1914 and was completed in 1917.

Construction of the dome began in 2001 and was completed in 2002. It included a 22 feet (6.7 m) bronze sculpture called The Guardian.

The state capitol complex is the only state capitol grounds in the United States with active oil rigs.

Location

Lincoln Boulevard
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County
Oklahoma, USA

Getting There

To get to the Oklahoma State Capitol by public transportation, you can take the bus. There are several bus routes that stop near the Capitol, including routes 11, 23, and 50. The nearest bus stop to the Capitol is on Lincoln Blvd, just a short walk away from the building. You can plan your trip and view schedules and routes on the Embark website, which is the public transit provider for Oklahoma City. Alternatively, you can use ride-sharing services or taxis to reach the State Capitol.

Nearby Airports

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