The Tennessee State Capitol, completed in 1859, is a classically proportioned Greek Revival building that sits on a hill on the north side of downtown. The capitol is constructed of local Tennessee limestone and marble that slaves and convicts quarried and cut. In a handful of rooms you can still see the 19th-century style and furnishings, a few ceiling frescoes, and many ornate details. President and Mrs. James K. Polk are both buried on the capitol’s east lawn. Guided tours are free from 9 to 11am and 1 to 3pm, but you can also walk through on your own or admire it from the outside.
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Tennessee State Capitol
Charlotte Ave. (btw. Sixth and Seventh Aves.), USA
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Hours
Mon–Fri 8am–4pm. Closed state holidays.
Phone
615/741-2692
Prices
Free admission
Map
Charlotte Ave. NashvilleNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.