Located in the heart of Boise's downtown area and constructed in the classical style of the nation's Capitol in Washington, D.C., the stone for this majestic structure is Boise's native sandstone. Marble from Alaska, Georgia, Vermont, and Italy complete the structure, which is a topped by a 170 centimeter bronze eagle. Begin your tour at the Visitors Center in the lower level, where you'll find information on self-guided tours. Guided tours can be arranged by contacting The Idaho Travel Council

Location: Capitol Blvd & Jefferson St, Boise Idaho

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The Most Anticipated Upcoming Idaho Events Are: U.S. Pacific Coast Championship Sled Dog Races Priest Lake February 6 thru February 7 "Fools" a Neil Simon Play Boise January 15 Fire & Ice Winter Fest Lava Hot Springs February 6 thru February 7 Festival of Trees Twin Falls December 2 thru December 6 Yuletide Celebration Wallace December 5

Other upcoming events include: Winter Garden aGlow Boise November 26 thru January 10 Festival of Lights Parade Twin Falls December 4 Lincoln: Preservation of a Nation Idaho Falls continuing thru December 5 Tree Lighting & Caroling Party Ketchum December 2 The Eugene Ballet in The Nutcracker Twin Falls December 16