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The Colorado State Capitol Building serves as the seat of Colorado's legislative and executive branches of government, housing the state's General Assembly and the offices of its governor and lieutenant governor.

The building was designed by architect Elijah E. Myers to evoke the character and style of the United States Capitol and was opened for use in 1894. Since 1974, it has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places, showcasing significant design elements crafted with rare Colorado rose onyx marble and unique design elements such as stained glass windows depicting events in the state's civic history. The capitol welcomes more than 300,000 visitors annually as part of advance-reservation free guided tours, which detail the building's history and the workings of the state's government.

You can explore the building as part of free self-guided tours during business hours on weekdays.

200 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80203, Phone: 303-866-2604

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