Sunday, July 27, 2008

AUSTIN, TX WITH FLAT STANLEY





The Texas Capitol is an extraordinary example of late 19th century public architecture and is widely recognized as one of the nation's most distinguished state capitols.
—It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1986 for its "significant contribution to American history."

—Legislative chambers are the symbolic heart of a Capitol. The legislative process that governs the state.The House Chamber is the largest room in the Capitol. Located on the second floor west wing of the Capitol



—the House Chamber includes some of the Capitol's most treasured historical artifacts, including the original Battle of San Jacinto flag, displayed behind the Speaker's desk.
—The House Chamber--like the Senate--is one of the few rooms still used for its original purpose. During legislative sessions, 150 representatives work in the room.





—The Senate Chamber is located on the second floor east wing of the Capitol.
—the Senate Chamber still contains the original walnut desks purchased in 1888

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