In 2014, the Maine State House underwent a renovation project on its copper dome, which is topped by a statue of the Lady of Wisdom made of copper overlaid with gold. The current style dome of copper was originally installed during a renovation to the State House in 1909-1910. Preparatory work began in March. The $1.3 million restoration project spanned several months and was completed in November. These are some photos taken over the length of the project.
May 2014
June 2014
July 2014
August 2014
September 2014
October 2014
Removal of old copper
Installing new copper
Lady of Wisdom before gold leafing
Lady of Wisdom being resurfaced
Lady of Wisdom at night (fully restored)
Top of dome completed
Working on the side of the dome
Installation of Time Capsule September 30, 2014
Before and After Shots, Photos taken by Anne M. Dumont
The new dome – photo taken on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2014, by Anne M. Dumont