Tag: US State Capitals, Capitols and Statehouses
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Why We Were Mad: The Old State House in Boston
The Old State House in Boston, home of the Boston Massacre and the first reading of the Declaration of independence. Learn more about the historical significance of this oldest public building in Boston. And what does a unicorn have to do with it all?
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New York State Capitol: Ten Fun Facts
New York State Capitol: 10 Fun Facts An expensive boondoggle, the New York State Capitol in Albany also has been called the most beautiful building of the country. What is its connection to a Dutch Queen? Is there indeed a ghost? #haunting Learn more about the #EmpireStatePlaza . Did the staircase indeed cost a million…
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Washington State Capitol: What You Always Wanted to Know
Put this National Historic Landmark on your Life after Covid-19 bucket list. The Washington State Capitol is worth a visit. Did you know the role Washington played in the women’s suffrage movement? Or the significance of a Canadian nun? What is the significance of the number 42? Find out these and more #funfacts
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All You Always Wanted to Know about the Alaska Capitol
Alaska Capitol Fun Facts Going on an Alaska cruise? Go visit the Alaska state Capitol! in Juneau! It is a free shore excursion. Save money and have fun. Find out interesting facts about the Capitol and learn fascinating history Did you know that the first civil rights law in the country was in Alaska? Do…
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Rhode Island State House: Ten Surprising Facts
Rhode Island State House: 10 Fun Facts. During New England travel, do not miss this state house. This capitol is one of the grandest in the nation. Cannons, bells, flags, marble, one of the world’s largest self supporting domes and tons of Rhode Island State History. Be awed by seeing the original royal charter on…
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Connecticut Capitol Facts
Facts about The Connecticut Capitol in Hartford! Did you know that Connecticut has a state heroine? And a possibly fake Civil War relic? Do you know who protects the Connecticut people? Find out where the expression “Sleep tight!” originated. Click on these fun and interesting Connecticut Capitol facts!