Annapolis is home to the oldest capitol building that in continuous legislative use, and has a unique history for many reasons. The building, started in 1772 and completed in 1779, served as our country’s first peacetime capitol after the American Revolution. Construction lasted so long due to the battles and length of the war. The State House is the only legislative structure to have ever served as the nation’s capitol. It is topped by the largest wooden dome in the United States made without the use of nails. In 1960, the State House was designated a historical landmark, and today houses the Maryland General Assembly as well as the Governor and Lieutenant Governor’s offices.

Maryland State House is open every day to the public from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding Christmas and New Year’s Day. There is self-guided tour information available at the Office of Interpretation on the first floor. Photo identification is required for entrance. There are other exhibits within the State Office Complex. The complex is home to the State House, the Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr. Senate Building, and the Casper R. Taylor House of Delegates Building. All of these are within a block of the state house, and these attractions are open Monday through Friday only.

Maryland State House
100 State Circle
Annapolis, MD 21401
Telephone: 410-260-6445
Admission: Free
Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.