Albany New York State Capital
Sitting majestically atop Albany's State Street hill, the New York State Capitol has served as the seat of government for New York since the 1880s. The building is a marvel of late 19th century architectural grandeur. Under the direction of five architects, the Capitol was built by hand of solid masonry over a period of 25 years. When Governor Theodore Roosevelt declared the Capitol complete in 1899, its cost had exceeded twenty-five million dollars. Tours of the Capitol are available Monday through Friday at 10, 12, 2 and 3, and on weekends at 11, 1 and 3. Closed holidays.