The Massachusetts State House

On the July 2, we took the Green line to the Massachusetts State House. The Massachusetts State House is the oldest building on Beacon Hill. The building and its grounds cover 6.7 acres or about two city blocks. The State House is also a vital place of work for the leadership who guide our state today.
When we got to the second floor, there is a young man waiting for us to de the explanation of this building. He took us to the Senate Reception Room. Located in the Bulfinch Front, what is now the Senate Reception Room originally served as the Senate Chamber. The paintings that line the walls of the Reception Room portray some of the former Senate presidents, including Calvin Coolidgee and Horace Mann. This room is now used for conferences and occasional receptions.

The next room is Senate Chamber. There are forty Senators, thirty-nine of whom sit around the circle of the desk. The fortieth, the Senate President, is elected by the senators and sits at the rostrum under a golden eagle. Voting in the Senate is still done by voice. Several presidents-including Jackson, Monroe and Van Buren-were welcomed here.

This place is very beautiful, and give people a feeling of galant. Through this trip, we know more about the American government and the place where they have a meeting.