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Tripadvisor (166) · History museum in Iowa City, United States
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The Old Capitol Museum seeks to educate the university, local, and national communities on the continuing significance of the humanities, …

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4.5/5 · 166 reviews
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Sep 26, 2023
Great trip. We arrived at approximately 1:30 pm and made our way towards the entrance of the old capitol. Admission into the museum was free, which is always a plus. Once we got inside, we received a… Full review by PartyTheNightAway
Aug 12, 2023
My recent visit to the Old Capitol Museum was a captivating journey into the past, immersing me in the rich history of Iowa city. This historic gem offers a unique perspective on the region's evoluti… Full review by Explorer62647991355
Jul 31, 2023
The Old Capitol Museum is located on the State University of Iowa grounds in downtown Iowa City. When we visited the museum was closed on Sundays through Tuesdays. The building was first used by th… Full review by NemoTraveler
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Facts

Construction completed:1842
Architect:John F. Rague
Architectural style:Greek Revival

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Is it free to visit and what are the hrs
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While there is no required admission fee there is a box for suggested donations that go towards maintaining the museum. Their hours are always listed on their website; currently …
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While there is no required admission fee there is a box for suggested donations that go towards maintaining the museum. Their hours are always listed on their website; currently they are open Tuesday-Sunday. Thursday they are open from 10am- 8pm. Sunday they are open from 1pm- pm. Every other day they are open from 10am- 5pm.
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