Overview
The Vandalia State House is the fourth statehouse of Illinois and is the oldest surviving capitol building in the state. The structure served as the capital from 1836 until 1839, when it moved to Springfield. The two-story painted brick structure later served as a courthouse and was converted into a state monument in 1933.
Quick Facts
- Status
- Existing
- Locality or neighborhood
- Vandalia
- State or province
- Illinois
- Postal code
- 62471
Visitor Information
- Website
- Official website
- Phone
- (618) 283-1161
