Kansas State Capitol Trivia

The video explores the Kansas State Capitol in Topeka, detailing its history, architecture, and features. It covers the building's neoclassical design, the challenges faced during its construction, and its completion in 1903. The Capitol houses significant art, including murals by David H Overmeyer and Jon Stewart Curry, and features a dome topped by the Ad Astra statue. The video also highlights the Capitol's role in housing government offices, such as the Governor's ceremonial office, the House of Representatives, and the Senate. The State Library and its unique design are also discussed.

What year did the construction of the new Kansas State Capitol building in Topeka begin?

• 1855

• 1903

• 1866

• 1861

Who was the architect of the Kansas State Capitol building?

• Daniel Burnham

• Edward Townsend Mix

• Frank Lloyd Wright

• Louis Sullivan

What material is the dome of the Kansas State Capitol made from?

• Bronze

• Copper

• Steel

• Aluminum

Which statue tops the dome of the Kansas State Capitol?

• Ad Astra

• Liberty

• Freedom

• Justice

Who painted the eight rotunda murals in the Kansas State Capitol?

• Jon Stewart Curry

• Lumen Martin Wenner

• Michael Young

• David H Overmeyer

What is the weight of the chandelier in the interior dome of the Kansas State Capitol?

• 900 pounds

• 700 pounds

• 500 pounds

• 1100 pounds

Which famous person from Kansas history is depicted in a statue on the second floor?

• Amelia Earhart

• Dwight D Eisenhower

• John Brown

• William Allen White

What significant event does the mural by Michael Young depict?

• Civil War

• Prohibition

• Brown vs. Board of Education

• Women's Suffrage

What unique feature does the State Library in the Kansas State Capitol have?

• Glass floor

• Rooftop garden

• Rotating shelves

• Digital archives

What type of wood is used for the original desks in the Senate chamber?

• Maple

• Pine

• Wild Cherry

• Oak