Behind the Scenes of the Minnesota State Capitol Renovation (2016)

Take an exclusive look inside the 2016 renovation of the Minnesota State Capitol with Almanac Reporter Mary Lahammer. Witness the artistry and craftsmanship that restored this iconic building to its historic glory, from scaling scaffolding to observing intricate stone carving. Meet artisans like Margaret, a stone carver from Montana, who meticulously shaped keystones and replicated Renaissance motifs to preserve the Capitol’s original architecture. Explore the scale and detail of this once-in-a-lifetime project as the Capitol prepared for its grand reopening. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes glimpse at the extraordinary effort behind one of Minnesota’s greatest landmarks. ________________________________________________ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TwinCitiesPBS... Instagram:   / twincitiespbs   TikTok:   / twincitiespbs   Facebook:   / tptpbs   This content is made possible by viewers like you. Support Twin Cities PBS: https://www.tpt.org/give #minnesota #minnesotahistory #statecapitol