This site is dedicated toward the promotion of the Illinois Capitol Building and is intended to serve as an informational and educational resource for its visitors.
      Its creators have worked in the Capitol for a combined 40 years and are interested in the history of the building and efforts to preserve it for future generations.
      We hope you enjoy your on-line journey through the halls of one of the great state Capitols in the United States of America.

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12/14/2009

Happy Holidays!

Above:  The first floor rotunda of the Illinois Statehouse decorated for the holidays in December, 1955.  This view is looking west, with the fireplace located in front of the "Illinois Welcoming the World" statue.  The photo was taken by Eddie Winfred "Doc" Helm and appears courtesy of the office of the Illinois Secretary of State, Illinois State Archives and Heather Hayes, Sec. of State photographer.
 

Images of America - The Illinois Statehouse

The creators of this website have co-authored a book about the Illinois Statehouse showcasing many never-before published photos of the Capitol. The Illinois Statehouse is available at several Springfield locations, among which are those that have kindly hosted book signings for us over the last several months. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the folks at the following Springfield locations: The Dana-Thomas House, Prairie Archives, The Illinois State Historical Society, Sam's Club, The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, and Barnes and Noble Booksellers. We've been honored to be at each site. Many thanks also to those who purchased books, or just stopped by to share a story or discuss the Statehouse.