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Commission schedules survey of House and Senate chamber ceilings; work forecast for 2027

5608988 · August 20, 2025
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Summary

Commission staff said architects will begin a thorough investigation of the House and Senate chamber ceilings to develop scope and staging for cleaning and paint restoration, with a projected schedule beginning in 2027 and significant coordination slated with chamber officers.

Commission staff told the Michigan State Capitol Commission that architects and consultants will soon start an in-depth survey of the House and Senate chamber ceilings and that any restoration will require careful scaffolding and scheduling to avoid disrupting legislative sessions.

Why it matters: The chamber ceilings are ornate and include historic paint, gold leaf and glass panels that…

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