The Tennessee State Capitol stands today much as it did when it first opened in 1859, and is a magnificent tribute to the people of Tennessee. The Capitol welcomes visitors for guided and self-guided tours.

The Tennessee State Capitol, located in Nashville, Tennessee, is the seat of government for the U.S. state of Tennessee. It serves as the home of both houses of the Tennessee General Assembly –the Tennessee House of Representatives and the Tennessee Senate –and also contains the governor 's office.

Visit the historic Tennessee State Capitol for a free guided tour and to learn more about the history of the capitol building and the state of Tennessee. Find information on location, times, parking, and more.

The Tennessee State Capitol stands today much as it did when it first opened in 1859, and is a magnificent tribute to the people of Tennessee. This graceful structure was designed by noted architect William Strickland who considered it his crowning achievement.

The One Hundred Fourteenth General Assembly will convene at noon (CST) on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. On Tuesday, January 10th, 2017, the Honorable Randy McNally was elected to be the 87th Speaker of the Senate and Lieutenant Governor of the Great State of Tennessee.