It's no secret Bostonians love their city, and the impressive look to the "new" State House is an excellent display of that pride. The structure was built in 1798 on a parcel of land owned by John Hancock. The majestic dome was originally made from wooden shingles, but now is covered by majestic 23 karat gold. Serving as the central location of Massachusetts government, the State House is as impressive architecturally as it is functionally.
The State House is located on charming Beacon Hill overlooking Boston Common. Iconic tributes to the state are found throughout the building, including a nod to the area's fishing industry in the House of Representatives chamber, and a tribute to Massachusetts' forests on the outer dome. Free tours are available, so be sure to take the time to explore the state capitol of Massachusetts at the "new" State House!
