Feb 02 2010
Another Skyscraper Capitol
Does this look familiar?
No, it’s not the North Dakota State Capitol, although it looks surprisingly similar.
After having visited North Dakota’s state capitol this summer, my kids thought it was great to find another capitol, similar in design, 1600 miles away in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The Louisiana State Capitol is the tallest state capitol in the U.S. Unfortunately, we did not have time to tour this 1930′s Art Deco building, which may be for the best. I’m not sure I want to have to explain “assassination” to my four-year-old when the bullet holes from Gov. Huey Long’s killing are pointed out on the tour.
What’s the most interesting State Capitol you’ve visited?
You are so right. even more unique than ND’s. Heading to ND this Spring so we might get to see that one. LA is still on the Wish/Dream list
don’t know what’s the best, but I would venture to say my capital of Sacramento is the worst …
At least they have an NBA team though
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