State Capitol

2023_photocoll_0166_0065

Location in the Collection

Source
Columbia University Department of Art History & Archaeology Photograph Collection, digitized by the Media Center for Art History, with support from the Samuel H. Kress Foundation
Storage Location
Digitized Date
2022
Legacy Inventory Number
24108
Label Transcription

State Capitol; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States; SEE BACK; II-BR-6; STATE CAPITOL, on State Capitol Avenue, one block off River Road. America's tallest state capitol becomes one of the largest Christmas ornaments each year as the 30-story building is festooned with lights. The observation tower offers a dramatic view of the city and the Mississippi. Tours of the first floor (9:00-4:00 daily, free) include not only the spot where Huey Long was assassinated, but also an impressive array of murals, statuary, astounding works in bas-relief on huge bronze doors, and the spectacular Marble Hall.; 24108

Record ID
2023_photocoll_0166_0065