Old State Capitol is a history museum Frankfort located in United States.
300 W Broadway St (Bridge St) Frankfort , KY 40601 United States
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Built from 1827-1830, this served as the Capitol of Kentucky from 1830-1909. Architect Gideon Shryock was 25 years old when he designed the building. Learn more about the history in this video. Read more
Governor William Goebel is the only U.S. Governor to be assassinated in office . He died on February 3, 1900. See more in this C-SPAN American History YouTube video. Read more
See the plaque mounted in the brick sidewalk, to the right of the fountain . Read the statue for more info and watch "...damn bad oyster " documentary .
Read the commentary on the Goebel statue . To learn more, watch Sean Anderson's documentary "...damn bad oyster ."
See Kentucky Journey and Military Treasures! Then visit our gift shop! - Louise Jones
Quaint gifts for anyone and any occasion with a Kentucky spirit. (And they ship around the country)! - Chris Golden
Such a mystical atmosphere!!! Beautiful scenery!!! - Janet DeLoach-Howard
Very happy to find coffee house with real food. I had the Black Bean Salsa Wrap and a Dirty Chai. Awesome. - Aaron Turley