Word of the Day

Doric Order - The Classical Order characterized by sturdy proportions, a simple cushion capital, and a frieze of triglyphs and metopes.

Summer Events

Summer is gearing up at the State Capitol! Between the many events scheduled by the public and our summer feature event, Movie Under the Stars, it looks like it will be a great summer! Are you planning on visiting the Capitol this summer? If so, check our Facebook to find out about exciting events!

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Word of the Day

Dentil (Root "dent" means tooth): A small rectangular block used in a series forming a moulding under an Ionic, Corinthian or Composite cornice.

Movie Under the Stars

Movie Under the Stars is 2 months away!! What movies would you like to see at Movie Under the Stars this season?

Word of the Day

Word of the Day: Corinthian Order - The most ornate of the five Classical Orders, characterized by a slender fluted column having an ornate, bell-shaped capital decorated with acanthus leaves.

Word of the Day

Corbella Arch - In architecture, a "false arch" bridging a gap by means of overlapping blocks of masonry.

Word of the Day

Eaves - The lower edge of a pitched roof which overhangs the face of a wall. An eaves cornice is a cornice in that position.

Word of the Day

Mural - A painting on a wall, or a monument which is fixed to a wall.