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Ohio Statehouse

Columbus, Ohio
County of Franklin.
Broad and High Streets
National Register Number: 72001011
 Resource type: Building.
Property type: Government - capitol. The threat level was Satisfactory in
2006.
Congressional District: OH-15 Certified Local Government: YES
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Current use/information: Statehouse.

Statement of Significance (as of designation - December 22, 1977):
Considered one of the outstanding statements of the Greek Revival style in America, Ohio's Capitol was begun in 1839 and completed in 1861. Announcement of an architectural competition for its design resulted in more than 60 entries, and a number of America's foremost architects of the mid-19th century, including Henry Walters, Alexander J. Davis, and Isaiah Rogers, offered their talents. The statehouse is in the Doric order and is built of limestone. It is unusual in that the circular drum above the main block is not capped with a dome.

Condition:
Currently, there are no threats to the landmark.

The building is still in use as chambers and office of the Ohio Legislature. Additional areas have been opened to the public areas historic exhibits and art galleries.


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