Quote: The Capital building is one of the most beautiful capital buildings in the U.S. It is a Beaux Arts style with 70 iconic columns. When you walk in the front entrance you will be met with a staff to give you information and offer a guided tour. Walk on up the stairs to the center hallway to see a very impressive bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln, a KY born president. Be sure and look up at the incredible dome directly above the Lincoln statue. There are several displays including a collection of First Lady Dolls with a small doll dressed in a replica of the each of KY’s first ladies inaugural gown. As you climb the marble stairs you will reach the second floor, which house the Senate chambers and the House of Representative chambers. If you visit while the legislature is in session during the months of Jan, Feb and March you can view law making in action from the third floor balcony. In the spring, summer and fall the landscaping is gorgeous with a rose garden and a giant floral clock planted with thousands of beautiful flowers. Take a minute to throw a coin in the fountain of the floral clock for good luck! Guided and self-guided tours are free and open to the public M-F 8 to 4:30, Sat. 8:30-4:30, and Sunday 1-4:30.
From journals Kentucky's Capital