Arkansas State Capitol

The Working Seat Of Arkansas Government, Built 1899 1915 Of Batesville Limestone To A Design Closely Modelled On The United States Capitol. Listed On The National Register Of Historic Places. · Little Rock, Arkansas

The Arkansas State Capitol was built between 1899 and 1915 out of Batesville limestone and modelled closely enough on the United States Capitol that film crews have used it as a stand-in for Washington. Its bronze entrance doors came from Tiffany and the rotunda and chambers are open to anyone who walks in - it is a working legislature rather than a museum, and when the General Assembly is in session you can watch from the galleries. On the grounds stands Testament, a bronze group of the nine students who integrated Central High School in 1957, facing the building whose governor tried to stop them. Admission and tours are free.

500 Woodlane Street, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72201, United States

Open to the public on weekdays during business hours, with limited or no weekend access, and closed on state holidays. Admission is free and guided tours run at set times on weekdays; self-guided visits are also allowed. The grounds, including the Testament sculpture, are open at all times and are free. The building is busiest and most interesting when the General Assembly is sitting. Confirm tour times before travelling.

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