A Picture Essay
Below are drawings of the buildings that have served as centers for lawmaking in North Carolina. Compare and contrast them, noting their similarities and differences; think about why these buildings are similar or different. Also, think about why the General Assembly moved from Tryon Palace to the State Capitol building and from the State Capitol building to the Legislative Building. Write an essay on your thoughts.
Tryon Palace 1770-1776 (From 1776 to 1794 the North Carolina legislature met in various towns.)
State House 1794-1820
Remodelled State House 1820-1831
State Capitol 1840-1961
Legislative Building 1963-Present
State Capitol Information
Features
Educational Resources
- Overview
- Introduction
- Background
- Capitol Vocabulary
- Puzzles
- Essays and Projects
- As You Listen
- Capitol Architecture
- Greek Revival Style
- As Time Goes By
- Flags Over the Capitol
- Additional Resources