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The Michigan State Capitol is the building that houses the legislative branch of the government of the U.S. state of Michigan. It is in the portion of the state capital of Lansing which lies in Ingham County.
The Capitol offers a wide range of in-person and virtual programs and tours for students and visitors of all ages. Learn more about our offerings and plan your Capitol experience today! Learn More
Learn about the history, architecture and significance of Michigan's third and current state capitol building, a National Historic Landmark. Find out how to visit, take a tour, shop, or explore the Capitol's collection of postcards and documents.
The Michigan Capitol is open to visitors year-round, Monday through Friday. The Capitol is closed on Michigan’s state holidays except for election day. Find a list of state holidays at https://www.michigan.gov/som/government/state-holidays.
In 2020, the Michigan State Capitol launched an ongoing effort to publish short biographies of the many different women who have served in our state legislature. Click the cover to download the latest pdf edition featuring female legislators from the 1920s-1960s.
Welcome to the Michigan State Capitol. We are delighted you have taken the time to visit us here and tour this historic landmark. The State Capitol is unique. It is Michigan’s most widely recognized building, and has come to be regarded as a symbol of the state itself.
Learn about the history, architecture, and restoration of the Michigan State Capitol, designed by Elijah E. Myers and completed in 1879. Explore the interior decoration, exterior features, and guided tours of this National Historic Landmark.
