What the capitol building looks like in every state

Oregon's state capitol building in Salem.Education Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

• Every US state has a capitol building that houses its state legislature.
• Many state capitols are domed buildings similar to the US capitol, but others are more unique.

A state's capitol building is an important structure — it signifies the state government's power and the state's history to its people and any who visit.

Many states' capitol buildings have unique references to history or location, like Kansas' statue of a Kansa warrior atop its dome, or the New Hampshire State House which was built with locally sourced granite.

Every capitol building has a unique look and distinct origin, and you can learn more about them here.