Completed in 1910, the South Dakota State Capitol is the best example of Neoclassical architecture in South Dakota. It features a copper dome, Corinthian columns, rusticated walls of granite and Bedford limestone, and a decorative interior. The building has a central rotunda flanked by the legislative wings, making it somewhat similar to the nation’s capitol. The four-story Neoclassical building has some English and Italian Renaissance features. Its granite foundation rests on boulders collected from the surrounding prairie. Native granite is also the material used for the steps and some of the window trimming. The first level of the capitol uses Marquette Raindrop sandstone for its facing while the other stories are of Bedford limestone. The interior is exquisite with terrazzo tiled floors and attractive murals and paintings throughout. Under the rotunda, four large round paintings feature Greek goddesses that symbolize the four major South Dakota themes: agriculture, livestock, mining, and family. Under each of these paintings is a flag display.
This plague explains the formulation of the U.S Constitution.
Now back to the interior of the building. This magnificent ceiling.
The elegant architecture.
On display are cabinets which show in miniature replicars of dresses worn by the many First Ladies of the State .
The South Dakota Military Memorial which remembers those who lost their lives in WW1, WW2, Korea and Vietnam.
This is looking up from the water.
This is looking down to the water.
A closer view of the
This is a view looking towards the Memorial.
A Vietnam Soldier.
A Korean Soldier.
The dedication to Veterans.
Police, Fire and Medical are also remembered.
The Govenor's Residence.
On various corners throughout the city there are statues of notable citizens. This is the 26th Governor of the State.
On this corner is the 6th Governor of the State.
The mighty Missouri River is ever present.
Pierre is a great place to visit.
Cheers , Beverley and Ross.
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