Work begins on removal of the existing state seal from
the skylight, August 01, 2001
AUGUST 2001
Image Gallery
August 01, 2001

The Oklahoma State Seal prior to removal from the existing skylight.
August 01, 2001

The state seal is lowered exposing the cross of the concrete beams for the first time in 84 years.
August 01, 2001 - Seal August 01, 2001

The lowered state seal protected by foam.
August 06, 2001

The top of the work platform showing waterproofing and the concrete pour..
August 06, 2001

Concrete is poured on top of the work platform.
August 07, 2001

The inside top of the saucer dome showing the original concrete construction.
August 21, 2001

The arched beams of the saucer dome during demolition.
August 29, 2001

Greasing the trolley of the tower crane.
August 31, 2001

The remaining parts of the saucer dome after demolition of the beams.
August 31, 2001

The saucer dome after demolition of all of the arched beams.
Site provided by Frankfurt-Short-Bruza (FSB) Architects / Engineers of Record for the State Capitol Dome