During the final stages of the Civil War, Sherman’s troops set fire to parts
of the still unfinished interior of the capitol and fired artillery at the exterior
walls. Today, bronze stars on the exterior mark the locations where Sherman’s
artillery struck the building. 803-734-2430 Guided tours are available; please call ahead for information about scheduling a guided tour.
General Hours: The capitol is closed all weekends and major holidays.
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