The temporary capitol in Burlington, Iowa: 1837-1838 While the capitol was being built in Madison, lawmakers met in Burlington, Iowa, to conduct their work.

Among the plans for the Capitol Theater are the addition of a black box theater, practice rooms and a multi-purpose room in the building's upper annex.

Local News 'The Capitol' arts center in Burlington looking for $1.5M to expand The Capitol is seeking at least $1.5 million to begin extensive renovations of its Annex building.

Explore the architecture, culture and history of Iowa City's historic buildings. Explore the architecture, culture and history of the Old Capitol, Hancher Auditorium, Englert Theatre and Kinnick ...

Bob Brueck, a driving force behind the restoration of downtown buildings, died Jan. 16 at 85, but his legacy lives on along Jefferson Street.

Merge Urban Development was one of two developers to submit proposals for the building at 300 Washington St., which has been owned by Downtown Partners since 2016.

In fact, Wisconsin had four capitols before and after statehood, including a temporary fifth one in Burlington, Iowa. The current capitol was completed just over a century ago, in 1917.