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DISPLAY
VISITING THE CAPITOL
THE IOWA CAPITOL BUILDING
The interior of the Iowa Capitol is one of the most ornate in the nation. Twenty-nine varieties of marble, and many fine woods are found throughout the building. There are many statues and fine artworks that tell different stories of civilization.
Other things to see include a model of the USS Iowa, bells from the ship, dolls depicting former first ladies, a 26 ft long photographic reproduction of the 168th Infantry after WWI and the Iowa Constitution.
At various times throughout the year the building is alive with activity. It remains the center of government for the people of Iowa. The General Assembly, Supreme Court and Governor continue to serve Iowans in the building.
The Capitol grounds surrounding the building offer many other interesting things to see, including statues, monuments and war memorials.
IOWA’S BATTLE FLAGS ARE DISPLAYED IN THE ROTUNDA CASES ON A ROTATED SCHEDULE
As each flag is stabilized, preserved and prepared for public display they will be rotated into the reconstructed rotunda alcove cases.
The flag is displayed in an upright position in a specially designed frame. A label with specific information related to the flag and the regiment is designed and displayed with the flag to help the visitor understand its history.
A brief PowerPoint presentation is also available to the visitor in a nearby kiosk.
