On Thursday we took a field trip to the State of Utah Capitol Building.
We took some pictures outside, and then went on an hour tour
of the Capitol. It was fascinating. The kids and I have never been
on a State Capitol tour before.
We are so grateful we went. I loved that my kids listened to the docent talking to us. Marcus remembered it was 160 feet high to the top of the rotunda, as we stood inside looking up into it.
Interesting fact...our Capitol Building does not require anyone to go through a metal detector or search upon entering! Instead, they have 300 tiny eye holes with cameras watching everyone's move. They want people to feel welcome coming into
their Capitol Building.
Another interesting fact, women were legally allowed to
vote in Utah in 1870...
50 years before the rest of the women in America!
Inside Utah's Supreme Court
Beautiful marble detail throughout the building
The U.S. Senate Room
The upper level where the public is welcome to sit in on meetings
The Utah State House of Representatives Room
Highest view from the Capitol building...the upper level of the House
of Representatives Room
Inside the Gold Room...literally!
If the U.S. President comes to Utah this is his reception area...not too shabby
Getting ready to enter the Utah State Governor's Office
Rob sitting outside the Governor's office
The Governor's Office
