Vermont State Capitol

Designed by renowned architect Ammi B. Young and completed in 1859, the Vermont State House is widely regarded as one of the nation’s finest examples of Greek Revival civic architecture. Distinguished by its granite façade and iconic gilded copper dome, the State House has served as the seat of Vermont’s government for more than 165 years. The dome, first gilded in the early twentieth century, has become one of the state’s most recognizable landmarks, requiring periodic restoration to protect the underlying copper while maintaining its brilliant appearance.

In 2018, EverGreene was selected to regild the historic dome as part of an exterior preservation campaign. Before new gilding could begin, conservators carefully removed the deteriorated coatings, stripping the dome to bare copper to reveal the original substrate and assess its condition. Following cleaning and inspection, the metal surface was prepared with an acid-etching primer to promote proper adhesion and long-term performance of the new finish. Areas requiring repair were identified and treated before gilding commenced.

EverGreene then regilded approximately 5,140 square feet of the dome using custom 23.75-karat gold leaf. Applied by skilled artisans under carefully controlled conditions, the new gilded surface restored the Capitol’s defining architectural feature while providing durable protection against Vermont’s harsh climate. The project renewed one of New England’s most iconic civic landmarks, ensuring the State House continues to shine as a symbol of Vermont’s history and government.