Visiting the State House
Plan Your Visit
The State House is open to the public year round, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Group tours may be arranged through the Maine State Museum.
Walk-in visitors are always welcome. Guided tours run hourly between 9:00 a.m. and noon.
Stop by the tour kiosk to sign the guest book, pick up brochures, and get your free post card and State of Maine stamp. There's lots to see so don't forget your camera! Not sure where to start? Stop by and see us in room 132 on the first floor of the State House (immediately before security screening) and we would be happy to give you suggestions!
Enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch in our cafeteria located on the ground floor of the Cross Office Building accessible through the underground tunnel.
Tip: Don't miss the butterfly collection
in the Visitor's Center!
Directions and Parking Information
Visitor Screening
Please note that the Maine Capitol Police conduct entry screening of all visitors to the Maine State House,
including students. To expedite the screening process, please:
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Arrive early for your State House Tour - time needed for the screening process will vary
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If possible, start your visit to the State House Complex at the Maine State Museum where you can leave
lunches and bags in the bins provided, or in the museum's coat room -
Leave bags, unnecessary metal objects, and other personal belongings on the bus or in your car
-
Be aware that cell phones, keys, and other personal belongings brought into the State House will be screened by
an x-ray machine
During inclement weather or if the group is very large, groups should enter the State House through the Cross Office Building, opposite the State House. Once inside the building, take an immediate right, go directly down the stairs and through the connector to the State House. Please stay in line to one side of the hallway to allow others to pass.
Contact Us for more information on visiting the State House.
Plan Your Visit
The State House is open to the public year round, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Group tours may be arranged through the Maine State Museum.
Walk-in visitors are always welcome. Guided tours run hourly between 9:00 a.m. and noon.
Stop by the tour kiosk to sign the guest book, pick up brochures, and get your free post card and State of Maine stamp. There's lots to see so don't forget your camera! Not sure where to start? Stop by and see us in room 132 on the first floor of the State House (immediately before security screening) and we would be happy to give you suggestions!
Enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch in our cafeteria located on the ground floor of the Cross Office Building accessible through the underground tunnel.
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Tip: Don't miss the butterfly collection in the Visitor's Center!
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Directions and Parking Information
Visitor Screening
Please note that the Maine Capitol Police conduct entry screening of all visitors to the Maine State House,
including students. To expedite the screening process, please:
-
Arrive early for your State House Tour - time needed for the screening process will vary
-
If possible, start your visit to the State House Complex at the Maine State Museum where you can leave
lunches and bags in the bins provided, or in the museum's coat room -
Leave bags, unnecessary metal objects, and other personal belongings on the bus or in your car
-
Be aware that cell phones, keys, and other personal belongings brought into the State House will be screened by
an x-ray machine
During inclement weather or if the group is very large, groups should enter the State House through the Cross Office Building, opposite the State House. Once inside the building, take an immediate right, go directly down the stairs and through the connector to the State House. Please stay in line to one side of the hallway to allow others to pass.
Contact Us for more information on visiting the State House.