GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA

SESSION 2011

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HOUSE RESOLUTION 833

Committee Substitute Favorable 4/11/11

 

Sponsors:
Referred to:

April 7, 2011

A HOUSE RESOLUTION recognizing the importance of the state capitol.

Whereas, the North Carolina State Capitol, completed in 1840, is one of the finest and best preserved examples of a major civic building in the Greek Revival style of architecture and is a National Historic Landmark; and

Whereas, David Paton, a Scottish‑born architect who had worked for noted English architect John Sloan, was hired in September 1834 to superintend construction of the Capitol, and the Capitol was built under Paton's supervision; and

Whereas, on the grounds of the Capitol, there are monuments paying tribute to those heroic men and women who contributed to the State's growth and prosperity; and

Whereas, until 1888, the Capitol used to house all three branches of the State's government; and

Whereas, since 1963, the General Assembly has only met at the Capitol for special occasions, including the 160^th anniversary of the Capitol in 2000; and

Whereas, on the observance of the 235^th anniversary of the Halifax Resolves, it is fitting that this legislative body gather in the Capitol to reflect upon this and other significant events in the State's history; Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

SECTION 1.  The House of Representatives recognizes the importance of the Capitol as a symbol of our history and republic and encourages the citizens of this State to visit and learn more about our State Capitol.

SECTION 2.  This resolution is effective upon adoption.