by When home for the holidays what else are you gonna do but go tour the state capitol? Logging in number 17 with our tour of the New Jersey State House in Trenton.
The original 150-by-150-foot building dates to 1792, though it has undergone numerous expansions and renovations over the years. A major fire occurred in 1885, causing major changes, including installation of a new rotunda and dome, which are still in place today.
We wound up getting a private tour of the state house, and when Doug mentioned interest in the art work at the end, our docent was delighted. She showed us some wonderful details in less trafficked areas of the building.
Fun fact: the capitol location is very close to Pennsylvania, which makes it the closet capitol building to a state border. Gotta take your fun facts how you find them.
