North Carolina State Capitol

Raleigh, North Carolina

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North Carolina State Capitol

Completed in 1840, this National Historic Landmark originally housed the governor’s office, legislative chambers, state library and state geologist’s office. Today it is still the governor's seat, but also a popular tourist attraction.

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address1 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, NC
phone+1 984 867 8340
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