What sits atop the Minnesota State Capitol entrance?
A A statue of Bob Dylan
B A golden chariot
C A plaque depicting a flying loon
Fact: Perched above the south portico at the main entrance of the Minnesota State Capitol, ‘Progress of the State’ is a striking sculptural ensemble symbolizing civilization. This quadriga—a chariot drawn by four horses—features the figures of two women and a man. Created by sculptors Daniel Chester French and Edward Clark Potter, the piece was inspired by their earlier ‘Columbus Quadriga’ sculpture, showcased at the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair.
Correct Answer: A golden chariot