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About Arizona Capitol Museum
The Arizona State Capitol is the seat of government for the U.S. state of Arizona and is located in its capital city of Phoenix. The capitol comprises the original State Capitol building; two buildings housing the legislative chambers for the Arizona State Legislature made up of the House of Representatives and the Senate; and Executive Tower containing offices for the Governor. It was originally built in 1900 as the capitol for the Arizona Territory, and became the state capitol after Arizona was admitted into the Union in 1912. The 1900 capitol is maintained as the Arizona Capitol Museum with a focus on the history and culture of Arizona.
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The Arizona Capitol Museum was a highlight for us. It’s completely free and packed with information about the state - from Arizona’s formation and early days to its political history and how things evolved into what they are today. The exhibits are clear and engaging, making it easy to actually learn without feeling overwhelmed. The building itself is fascinating: a small, old, and beautiful structure with real character. It’s especially interesting to see that this historic building is now preserved as a museum, while the newer building nearby is where the state government actually operates today. Informative, well maintained, and absolutely worth the visit.