If you want to have a great experience in Wisconsin's capital, leave your politics at home and visit the state capitol building. I recently visited with my wife and friends from out of town; enjoyed an excellent tour of all the open areas of the capital. Remember Wisconsin Capitol was built as "the people's house" and there is virtually unlimited access to all the spaces. We visited the governor's office suite and Conference Room, peeked our heads into the Supreme Court, and went to Senate and assembly rooms. The last part of the tour was a trip all the way up to the exterior of the Rotunda where you have 360-degree bird's-eye view of Madison. I had been to the Capitol in the past but only downstairs in the lobby of the Rotunda. There are protesters each day which end typically at 1 pm. The capital interior is well cared for, probably by an army of Maintenance people, who make our Capitol building a jewel in the center of Madison. It's Marble, brass, mahogany and Cherry throughout. There are original stained glass and tile mosaics. A worthwhile experience not only for school kids but everyday taxpayers! This is highly recommended.