It’s a day when thousands of spring visitors to the State Capitol are told to look up and take in the beauty of the State Capitol chandelier, which is traditionally lighted only a few times a year: Statehood Day May 11, governor’s inaugurations, when a government official’s body lies in state in the rotunda. Happy 159th birthday, Minnesota, which became the 32nd state in the union on May 11, 1858!
Artist Image: Adam Turman
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GLEN STUBBE – STAR TRIBUNE
GALLERY: It’s a day when thousands of spring visitors to the State Capitol are told to look up and take in the beauty of the State Capitol chandelier which is traditionally lit only a few times a year: Statehood Day May 11, governor’s inaugurations, when a government official’s body lies in state in the rotunda. Happy 159th Birthday Minnesota! This is the first time it has been lit for the public since a massive renovation project is drawing to a close. Grand opening celebrations will be held in August.
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