Georgia Capitol Museum

Completed in 1889 and recently renovated, the Georgia Capitol is a working government building. The Georgia General Assembly is in session beginning the second Monday in January and continues for 40 working days. During this time, the Capitol is busy with activity. Visitors can watch the proceedings from the public gallery. 

The Georgia Capitol Museum is a public educational institution housed in the Capitol building under the administration of the University of Georgia Libraries. The museum collects, maintains and exhibits significant artifacts, including historic flags and works of art, within the Capitol.

The Georgia State Capitol is open to the public 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday and is closed on weekends and holidays. Guided tours are available for groups of 10 or more with a reservation. Groups of less than 10 may take a self-guided tour weekdays from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. with no reservation required. Call 404-463-4536 to make reservations.