Art

Under the New Jersey Arts Inclusion Act, state artists have been commissioned to create artworks to commemorate the newest chapter in the capitol’s history.

“The Dawn of Law”
Marble-Relief in the New Jersey State House South Addition Lobby

“Resolution”
Marquetry Walls in the New Jersey State House Assembly Conference Room

Languages

Touring the NJ State House

Hours
Tours run hourly, Monday through Friday 10AM-3PM and Saturday 12PM-3PM. Closed Sunday and State holidays.

Reservations
Required for groups of ten or more. Call the State House Tour office at least one month in advance at (609) 633-2709. Visits during the busy season (Feb.-June) require reservations up to nine months in advance.

Group Tours
By reservation only. School and adult groups enjoy special tours geared to their particular grade levels or interests. tell us about your needs when making a reservation.

Facilities
The Capitol Complex includes a small café and Welcome Center with visitor amenities. Dining facilities for large groups and schools are available by prior arrangement.

Access
The building is barrier-free. Special services for the visually and hearing impaired, and for non-English speaking guests, are available with five days advance notice.

Admission is FREE

New Jersey’s Most Historic Public Building

Built in 1792, the NJ State House is the nation's second oldest state capitol in continuous use.

Discover magnificently restored interiors, including the historic Senate and Assembly Chambers, in active use today.

Enjoy exquisite decorative treatments, specially created artwork and furnishings, and many styles of architecture.

Walk in the footsteps of Andrew Jackson, Abraham Lincoln, Dorothea Dix and Woodrow Wilson.

Learn about representative government and how bills become law.