School
Students will marvel at the building’s Romanesque Revival architecture and explore the interior on a tour of the New York State Capitol. A special Women’s Suffrage Tour is available in March, which aims to teach students about the historic fight for suffrage in New York, the crusaders of the women’s movement, and the state’s first female legislators. School groups can schedule a meeting with their legislator after touring the State Capitol. Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies.
topics covered:
History, politics, U.S. government, women’s rights, women’s suffrage, human rights, equality, historical figures.
contact info
Name: Office of General Services Plaza Visitor Center
Phone: 518-474-2418
Email: [email protected]
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New York State Capitol
Students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers can take a tour of the New York State Capitol—the seat of government for New York State—and walk the hallways where history was shaped. Built in the late 19th century, the capitol building features portraits, informational signs, a timeline, and museum-styled exhibits on New York State’s history to help aid groups in learning about the New York State government. Groups will see the Flag Room, the Governor’s Reception Room, the Great Western Staircase, the Capitol Fire Exhibit, and more. Tours are available on weekdays and weekends.
contact info
Hrs: Mon. - Fri. 10AM - 3PM, Sat. 11AM-1PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Legislature Lesson Plan
Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.
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Scouts
Scout groups can work on Architecture and various history-based badges on tours of the New York State Capitol. Designed by three teams of architects (1867–1875: Thomas Fuller, 1875–1883: Leopold Eidlitz and Henry Hobson Richardson, 1883–1899: Isaac G. Perry), scouts will behold the building’s Romanesque Revival architecture before exploring the interior of the building. Be sure to schedule a meeting with your legislator after touring the State Capitol. Reservations must be made at least two weeks before your desired tour date.
supports scout badges in:
Social Studies.
topics covered:
History, politics, U.S. government, architecture, historical figures.
contact info
Name: Office of General Services Plaza Visitor Center
Phone: 518-474-2418
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
New York State Capitol
Students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers can take a tour of the New York State Capitol—the seat of government for New York State—and walk the hallways where history was shaped. Built in the late 19th century, the capitol building features portraits, informational signs, a timeline, and museum-styled exhibits on New York State’s history to help aid groups in learning about the New York State government. Groups will see the Flag Room, the Governor’s Reception Room, the Great Western Staircase, the Capitol Fire Exhibit, and more. Tours are available on weekdays and weekends.
contact info
Hrs: Mon. - Fri. 10AM - 3PM, Sat. 11AM-1PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Legislature Lesson Plan
Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.
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Camp
Summer camp groups will enjoy exploring the New York State Capitol’s exterior and interior on a guided tour. Camp groups can schedule a meeting with their legislator after touring the State Capitol. Tours must be reserved at least two weeks before your desired tour date.
contact info
Name: Office of General Services Plaza Visitor Center
Phone: 518-474-2418
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
New York State Capitol
Students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers can take a tour of the New York State Capitol—the seat of government for New York State—and walk the hallways where history was shaped. Built in the late 19th century, the capitol building features portraits, informational signs, a timeline, and museum-styled exhibits on New York State’s history to help aid groups in learning about the New York State government. Groups will see the Flag Room, the Governor’s Reception Room, the Great Western Staircase, the Capitol Fire Exhibit, and more. Tours are available on weekdays and weekends.
contact info
Hrs: Mon. - Fri. 10AM - 3PM, Sat. 11AM-1PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Legislature Lesson Plan
Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.
View Lesson Plan>>
Homeschool
Homeschoolers will marvel at the building’s Romanesque Revival architecture and explore the interior on a tour of the New York State Capitol. A special Women’s Suffrage Tour is available in March, which teaches homeschoolers about the history of women’s suffrage in New York, the crusaders of the women’s movement, and the first female legislators of NY. Be sure to schedule a meeting with your legislator after touring the State Capitol. Tours must be booked at least two weeks in advance.
topics covered:
Social studies, politics, U.S. government, women’s rights, women’s suffrage, history, human rights, equality, historical figures.
contact info
Name: Office of General Services Plaza Visitor Center
Phone: 518-474-2418
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
New York State Capitol
Students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers can take a tour of the New York State Capitol—the seat of government for New York State—and walk the hallways where history was shaped. Built in the late 19th century, the capitol building features portraits, informational signs, a timeline, and museum-styled exhibits on New York State’s history to help aid groups in learning about the New York State government. Groups will see the Flag Room, the Governor’s Reception Room, the Great Western Staircase, the Capitol Fire Exhibit, and more. Tours are available on weekdays and weekends.
contact info
Hrs: Mon. - Fri. 10AM - 3PM, Sat. 11AM-1PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Legislature Lesson Plan
Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.
View Lesson Plan>>