Plaster model of the Old State Capitol, Frankfort, Kentucky

Model, Instructional

Accession Number: 2003.185.178

Description: Scale model is painted white and shows a complete view of the exterior of the Frankfort capitol, which was designed by architect Gideon Shryock and completed in 1830. Building has a central dome and columned front entrance designed to look like a Greek temple. "Old Capitol, Frankfort, Kentucky" is inscribed on the front of the base.

Height: 11.5

Width: 12.5

Depth: 21.25

Date Made: ca. 1939

Collection: KSB Collection

History/Provenance: KSB Collection

Credit Line: Gift of the Kentucky School for the Blind, 2003.185

Subjects: Capitol. Frankfort (KY). History. Instructional aids, tools, and supplies. Kentucky.

Dimension Notes: 11 1/2 x 21 1/4 x 12 1/2 in.

Made: Kentucky Museum Project, WPA

Material: Plaster

Updated: 05/15/2014