The Maryland State House
The beautiful Maryland State House is the oldest state capitol in continuous legislative use and is the only state house ever to have served as the nation's capitol. The Continental Congress met in the Old Senate Chamber from November 26, 1783 to August 13, 1784.
The Maryland State House
To help make your visit to the Maryland State House more enjoyable, and to provide you with an understanding of its rich and historic past, self-guided tour information is available by the Archives Room on the first floor.
The Maryland State House
America's first peacetime capitol and the oldest state house still in legislative use. Completed in 1779, it was the site of nationally important events after the American Revolution, including George Washington's resignation as commander-in-chief of the Continental Army, and the ratification of the Treaty of Paris.
Maryland State House - Wikipedia
The Maryland State House is located in Annapolis, Maryland. It is the oldest U.S. state capitol in continuous legislative use, dating to 1772, and houses the Maryland General Assembly, plus the offices of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor.
Visiting The General Assembly of Maryland
Buildings in the capitol complex are accessible only through specified entrances. The State House has two entrances open to the public, one on the first floor and the other on the ground floor. Both are on the Lawyer's Mall side of State Circle.
Maryland State House | Annapolis, MD
The State House is open to the public every day from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., except Christmas and New Years Day. To help make your visit to the Maryland State House more enjoyable, and to provide you with an understanding of its rich and historic past, self-guided tour information is available in the Office of Interpretation on the first floor.
Maryland State House | VisitMaryland.org
Oldest American state house in continuous legislative use. U.S. Capitol from November 26, 1783 to August 13, 1784. Historic legislative chambers include an exhibit about General George Washington resigning his commission, and statues of Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass. On Maryland's Frederick Douglass Driving Tour.
Maryland State House - U.S. National Park Service
The present State House is the oldest state capitol in continuous legislative use, and the only state house to have served as the nation’s capitol (November 26, 1783 to August 13, 1784). The State House is open to the public for visitors (a photo ID is required to enter).
State House Exterior and Grounds Restoration Project
The restoration of the national oldest U.S. state capitol in continuous legislative use will preserve the building's 18th century historic appearance while ensuring the building's long-term viability.
Touring the Maryland State House in Annapolis, Maryland
Nov 7, 2023 · Annapolis, Maryland was the capitol of America from November of 1783 through August of 1784, the first peacetime capitol and the only state house that served as America’s capitol.