Michigan State Capitol Building Dome in Lansing, Michigan - Encircle Photos

50 Michigan State Capitol Building Dome in Lansing, Michigan

The first capital city of Michigan was Detroit. The second Michigan State Capitol was built in Lansing in 1847, ten years after becoming the 26th state. The third and current building was completed in 1878. This handsome structure was designed by Elijah Myers. He was also the architect for the capitols in Texas and Colorado. This brilliant white, cast-iron dome and spire rise 267 feet. The architectural style is Renaissance Revival.

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Michigan State Capitol Building Dome in Lansing, Michigan

100 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI 48933

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