The Capitol is not just a building; it stands as a National Historic Landmark and an architectural marvel rich in arts and history. Each corner unveils why the Michigan State Capitol is a destination for restoration and conservation , education , events , tours and more.

Call us weekdays from 8am-5pm for scheduling tours and events, or to reach other Capitol departments.

Beginning January 4, 2025, the Michigan Capitol will be open for guided tours on the first Saturday of the month! Tours start on the hour, 10:00am through the last tour at 3:00pm. Please enter at the ground floor, east doors of the Capitol at …

More than 40 years after Michigan entered the Union, the state finally had a seat of government to be proud of. One of the first to take as its inspiration the just-remodeled national Capitol in Washington, D.C., Michigan’s new statehouse became, in turn, the model for other state capitols.

Journey through the rich history of the Michigan State Capitol, long celebrated as a monument to the ages. It's not just a building, but the very center of Michigan, where the state's future is formed everyday.

The Michigan Capitol is open to visitors year-round, Monday through Friday, 8am–5pm, as well as the first Saturday of each month, 10am-3pm. The Capitol is closed on Michigan’s state holidays except for Election Day.

Every year thousands of Michiganders participate in events at the Capitol including advocacy days, exhibits, and rallies. Below, you can find our quick and easy application process that will assist you in reserving your desired space(s).

Let your phone be the guide on these quick, 15 minute special topic tours through the Capitol and its grounds! Take a virtual tour of the Michigan State Capitol! View the Capitol grounds natural beauty and history, then an online walkthrough inside the Capitol Building.

The rotunda of Old City Hall in Richmond, Virginia features an illuminated glass floor. This is perhaps because the building was designed by Michigan’s architect, Elijah E. Myers.

The Michigan State Capitol, in its third and current iteration, stands as a symbol of Michigan’s rich history and democratic values. The present Capitol was completed in 1879, replacing two earlier structures that served as the seat of government.