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The Capitol The United States Capitol in Washington, D.C., is a symbol of the American people and our government and the meeting place of the nation's legislature, the U.S. Congress. The Capitol is a …

The tour does not include the Senate and House Galleries. The tour route is subject to change. The Capitol Visitor Center welcomes visitors from across the United States and around the world. All …

Tours and Entry to the Capitol are free. Reservations are recommended. Hours The Capitol Visitor Center is open Monday-Saturday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas …

Capitol Construction Timeline George Washington laid the cornerstone for the United States Capitol on September 18, 1793, following a plan by amateur architect Dr. William Thornton. Since 1800, the …

It was on display in the Russell Senate Office Building before being moved to Emancipation Hall in the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center. The bronze Statue of Freedom, facing east over the central entrance, …

Your visit to the historic U.S. Capitol begins as you enter the Capitol Visitor Center. With its soaring spaces and skylight views of the Capitol Dome, the Capitol Visitor Center welcomes you on a journey …

United States Capitol VISITOR GUide Welcome to the United States Capitol Your visit to the historic U.S. Capitol begins as you enter the Capitol Visitor Center. With its soaring spaces and skylight …

Did you know that the Capitol Grounds is a certified arboretum with more than 100 species of plants? Explore the 58 acres surrounding the Capitol and learn about the development of Capitol Hill and the …

The United States Capitol is the most widely recognized symbol of democratic government in the world and has housed Congress since 1800. This brochure provides in-depth information about the Capitol …