Capitol Visitors Center Projects Portfolio
Visitor Services staff at the Capitol Visitors Center interpret the agency’s properties to thousands of guests each year. They research, collect, and share stories of the people of Texas and the history of these significant sites. This information is shared through a diverse set of mediums and programs, ensuring that the rich history of Texas is accessible and engaging for all visitors.
Visitors Center Exterior Preservation and Roof Replacement
Date: 03/01/2023 - 04/01/2024
At the 1857 Old General Land Office Building, which houses the Capitol Visitors Center, we preserved and repaired exterior stucco and windows. The slate roof was replaced and rehabilitated for improved strength, watertightness, and safety.
Updates:
- Project Completion Update - 04/15/2024 (PDF)
- Project Update - 01/02/2024 (PDF)
- Project Update - 09/18/2023 (PDF)
- CVC Exterior Preservation and Roof Replacement - 03/06/2023 (PDF)
Interpretive Training
Several members of Visitor Services and Curatorial staff recently became Certified Interpretive Guides. This nationally-recognized program requires each person to participate in 32 hours of classroom instruction, pass a written exam and make an interpretive presentation. The Tour Coordinator leads recently hired Visitors Services staff through the training program each August.
Capitol Art Tour
The Capitol Information and Guide Service launched the Capitol Art Tour in the fall of 2015. This tour includes the works of 13 artists depicting Texas life and culture on display throughout the State Capitol. Staff researched early Texas’ artists and their works created between 1880 and 1965. If you are interested in taking the Capitol Art Tour, please call: (512) 305-8402.
Republic of Texas (1836-1845) Sword
Artifacts offer a compelling way for visitors to engage with the Capitol story. The Capitol Visitors Center borrows artifacts from lenders throughout the state. Staff regularly check the condition and dust objects on display. Staff members photographed details of the unique sword of Ashbel Smith, who served as Surgeon General of the Republic of Texas Army.
