April 9, 2008
IN BRIEF: TOURISM, FILM AND THE ARTS NEWS

State House Visitors Center temporarily closes, exhibit opens

The Maryland State House Visitors Center temporarily closed April 7 as the State House undergoes renovations, which are expected to be completed by year’s end. For now, travel information is available in Annapolis at the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau, 26 West St.Travel information will also be available at the House of Delegates Office Building, 6 Bladen St., beginning April 14.

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On that date, an exhibit showcasing the nation’s oldest state house in continuous use, Four Centuries of History in the Maryland State House, will also open in the House building. The exhibit includes furnishings from the Old Senate Chamber, a copy of George Washington’s resignation speech, a mannequin of Washington in dress uniform (pictured) and a multimedia presentation about the restoration of the Old Senate Chamber. Items are from the Maryland State Archives collection.