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Old State Capitol

Designed by architect James Dakin, Louisiana's Old State Capitol is one of only two state capitol building designed in the Gothic Revival Style. The building currently houses the Museum of Political History.

Old State Capitol

Courtesy of Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation & Tourism

Old State Capitol. Unknown

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