VIRGINIA STATE CAPITOL 804-698-1788
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9th & Grace Streets, Richmond, VA 23219
DIRECTIONS: I-95, Exit 74C, left atFranklin-left at 9th Street. Bus-left at Broad-right at 10th Street.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: he Capitol was designed by Thomas Jefferson and first occupied in 1788 by Virginia's General Assembly, America's oldest English-speaking legislature. During the Civil War, the Confederate Congress also met here. The east (House) and west (Senate) wings were added between 1904-1906.
The Capitol has reopened after a major restoration and expansion project. Impressive interior designs and colors from 1910 have been replicated in the Rotunda, House and Senate chambers. New visitor amenities include a gift shop (Mon-Sat), cafe (Mon-Fri) and exhibit gallery. The Capitol Square grounds have been re-landscaped.
PARKING: 1 wheelchair accessible parking space.
TYPES OF PATHS: Brick paths and paved street around building, with no steep grades.
ENTRANCE: Wheelchair accessible entrance located on west side. North entrance not accessible. Entry doors, 65 in. wide, easily open out with pull handle located 41 in. above floor.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: On first floor. Doors are heavy with turn handle, 38 in. wide, and open in. No turns to enter. Accessible stalls have no handle on door, 27 in. wide doors opening out, and handrails. 19 in. toilet seat height, and 9 in. between commode and wall. Sink height is 27 in. Accessible stall checked regularly for obstructions. Rest rooms are identified by a raised figure with pants or skirt on door to designate men or women.
ELEVATOR: 2 located in each wing, serving all levels. Door width 27 in. Control buttons 54 in. high. Door stays open 5 seconds. Interior of car is 72 in. by 96 in.
PUBLIC TELEPHONE: Wheelchair accessible phones. Amplified phones.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with visual disabilities, there are documents in large print on non-glossy surface.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: Snack bar has 3-4 tables for customers in wheelchairs. Table height 48 in.
GIFT SHOP: No aisles. Counters 32 in. high. Clerks assist customers with special needs. Aisles clear of temporary displays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Free admission. Open 9-4:15 daily. Closed Sunday mornings during winter. Free one-hour guided tours are offered daily, including some holidays. Visitors also may tour on their own. Individuals, families, school and tour groups are welcome. Reservations are needed for groups of 10 or more.
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