Attractions in Augusta, Maine

Maine State Capital Building & State House
The State House, Maine’s capital building, is located just 1.42 miles down the road from the Senator Inn and Spa. Designed by the renowned architect, Charles Bulfinch of Boston and constructed in 1829-1832, the State House is home to the Governor’s office and the State of Maine legislature.

The Governor’s office, along with the House of Flags, is located on the second floor, while the third floor houses chambers for both the Maine House of Representatives and the Senate. Throughout the building are portraits of Governors and other outstanding men and women who have served Maine throughout her history as a province and a state. The old State Museum is located in a first floor reception area of the south wing of the Capitol. It still houses Maine wildlife scenes, created by the late Klir Beck of Mt. Vernon, Maine. At the south side of the Capitol Grounds, the State Library, State Museum and State Archives are housed in a modern building.

Free, guided tours of the State House are available from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, Monday through Friday. For more information about the State House and Maine Legislature, please visit
http://janus.state.me.us/legis/