First Capitol historic site includes two of the buildings in which the first session of the Wisconsin territorial legislature convened from October through December 1836. Both building exteriors have been restored to their 1836 appearances, while the interiors house modern exhibits on early territorial Wisconsin and the first territorial legislature. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970 (No. 70000036).
Address
County Road G
Belmont, WI 53510
Contact Information
Voice: 608-987-2122
Email: firstcapitol@wisconsinhistory.org
All InterestsDirections from Nearest Town/IntersectionTake Highway 151 (Exit 26) to Belmont, then follow County Road G to First Capitol.
Hours of OperationOpen Wednesday through Sunday June 15 through Sept 5, 2011.
History & HeritageTypeWisconsin History
