 Skill level for model-building: Advanced
Located in the center of a city block in downtown Vandalia, the State House is a two-story Greek Revival structure of white painted brick. Porticoes on the north and south sides of the “restored” building reproduce those added in the 1850s. The first floor contains a large entry hall and rooms representing the offices of the Auditor, Treasurer, and Secretary of State, and the Supreme Court chamber. The second floor is composed of a central hall and recreated House and Senate chambers.
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Tips for construction of
cardstock models:
1) For the most relaxed and enjoyable model building experience be sure to allow enough time. The cutting and assembling takes time and you will find it easier to allow some elements to dry before you glue adjacent items. Teachers may wish to break a class project into smaller multiple-day components.
2) Print the model pages out in color onto cardstock. Normal weight paper will be too flimsy. Larger, more challenging buildings like this one can take many sheets of cardstock. This model requires 12; while the Old State Capitol requires a substantial 41 sheets (not for the faint-hearted). Smaller less complex buildings are better for first-time or younger builders. Of the Build Your Own Lincoln Sites, the Shastid House, the Thomas Lincoln home, and the Berry-Lincoln Store each only require 2 sheets; most of the Build Your Own Main Street buildings take 2-5 sheets of cardstock.
3) Although not required, you may wish to print out a second plain-paper copy as a reference guide. Once you start cutting out your cardstock model pieces you may find it helpful to be able to read all of the notes and arrows on a second, uncut, plain-paper copy.
4) Use sharp scissors or a slim, handled, craft-knife when cutting. When using a craft-knife place some kind of protective layer below your project to protect your table or desk. A metal straight-edge will assist when you cut with a craft-knife. The cork-backed ones are less likely to slip when cutting.
5) Although standard white “school” glues will work, some similar “craft” opaque white glues dry more quickly and with less warping. Clear plastic-model glues, rubber cement, or glue sticks don’t work as well.
6) When gluing, lightly glue the tabs only, not the receiving surface. Be careful not to use too much glue or the paper may warp or pucker.
7) Let the model dry after gluing each piece before attempting the next. You may find that you prefer to space construction out over more than one day.
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