The front portico draws its inspiration from the Temple of Vesta in Rome.
The draped figure of The Lady of Wisdom rises atop the dome. Inside, black
limestone floor tiles, placed during the past renovations, contain many fossils. 207-287-2301 General Hours Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free guided tours of the capitol Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Please note that guided tours must be scheduled in advance. Visitors may take self-guided tours during open hours; plaques are located throughout the building. The building is closed all state holidays. Map to the Capitol Building in Augusta This information was updated in January of 2012. Have you been to this capitol before? What did you think?
Share your comments with us! What a grand building! It was very easy to get to as well. The entire state
of Maine is beautiful. -troykenya@excite.com
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