FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 19, 2025) – The Kentucky State Capitol will close to the public beginning Aug. 20, 2025, as construction commences on the $291.5 million Capitol Renovation Project – the first comprehensive overhaul of the historic building in more than 70 years.
This multi-year project, funded by the Kentucky General Assembly, will modernize infrastructure, address decades of deferred maintenance, enhance accessibility, improve safety, and revitalize public and staff spaces to ensure the Capitol continues to serve Kentuckians for generations to come.
Agency Relocations
- Office of Governor Andy Beshear
501 High Street, 2nd Floor, Frankfort, KY 40602
502-564-2611
- Governor’s Office of Constituent Services
500 Mero Street, Frankfort, KY 40601 (Physical Address)
502-564-2611
501 High Street, 2nd Floor, Frankfort, KY 40601 (Mailing Address)
- Office of Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman
700 Louisville Road, Frankfort, KY40601
502-564-2611
- Legislative Research Commission
700 Capitol Avenue Loop, Frankfort, KY40601
502-564-8100
- Kentucky Supreme Court/State Law Library
669 Chamberlain Ave, Suite B, Frankfort, KY 40601
502-595-3007
- Secretary of State’s Office
1025 Capital Center Drive, Frankfort, KY 40601
502-564-3490
- Attorney General’s Office
1024 Capital Center Drive, Frankfort, KY 40601
502-696-5300
The Capitol Education Center
The Capitol Education Center, located on the Capitol grounds, is also undergoing renovations to accommodate public events in an interior space during the Capitol’s closure. The updated facility is expected to be available for use by mid-September 2025. Kentuckians wishing to use the space will need to submit an online request form describing their event. The form is currently in development and will be made available to the public.
Public Use of Capitol Grounds
To ensure safety, parts of the Capitol Grounds will be closed to visitors during the renovation period. However, many areas will remain open, including the Floral Clock, the flower beds and green space on Capitol Avenue, the Kentucky COVID 19 Memorial, and the Gold Star Families Monument. Kentuckians can view the future Capitol Grounds Map at capitolmove.ky.gov.
While the building is closed, the Capitol steps will remain available as a public space. Individuals or groups may apply for use through an online application.
More Information
EOP Architects is the lead architect for the design team. Messer Construction is the construction manager.
The design team is providing an archeologist for on-site monitoring of excavation in conjunction the Kentucky Heritage Council, should any historic artifacts be discovered during the excavation. All professionals involved in the renovation will work to protect the Capitol’s historic, architectural and cultural significance.
Relocation information will remain posted at capitolmove.ky.gov.
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