The Capitol Story | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
The iconic and majestic United States Capitol is the most widely recognized symbol of democratic government in the world. It is where the issues facing the nation are considered, debated, and written into law.
Visit the U.S. Capitol | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
The Capitol Visitor Center welcomes visitors from across the United States and around the world. All tours, programs and activities are free of charge. Visitors enter the Capitol Visitor Center, which is located underground on the east side of the Capitol.
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Welcome to the U.S. Capitol! Book a Tour Friday January 17, 2025 Open Monday-Saturday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Upcoming Events at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center See all events on the Calendar event. Jan 21 2025 | 11am - 12pm. Specialty Tour - Halls Of The Senate. event. Jan 21 2025 | 12 …
Book a Tour | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
The Capitol Visitor Center is open Monday-Saturday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. All tours are led by our professional tour guides and visit the Crypt , the Rotunda and National Statuary Hall . The tour route is subject to change.
The Capitol | U.S. Capitol - U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
The Capitol is a working office building, but it is also the place where visitors from around the United States and the world come to learn about American democracy. Construction of the Capitol began in 1793.
Evolution of the Capitol | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
On September 18, 1793, George Washington laid the U.S. Capitol cornerstone at the southeast corner of its foundation to mark the building of the nation's most symbolically important and architecturally impressive building. It was laid with great pomp and celebration.
Hours & Info | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
Hours - The Capitol Visitor Center is open to visitors with tour reservations from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday except for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day and on Inauguration Day.
Event Calendar | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
Dec 27, 2024 · Join one of our knowledgeable guides for a live, virtual tour of the Crypt, Rotunda, National Statuary Hall, the Old Supreme Court Chamber, and the Old Senate Chamber. Click on the registration links below or change the date in the calendar on this page to see available virtual tours to learn more about these historic spaces.
Directions & Hours | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
The Capitol Visitor Center, the main entrance to the U.S. Capitol, is located beneath the East Front plaza of the U.S. Capitol at First Street and East Capitol Street. Getting to the Capitol »
Plan a Visit | U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
Take the Capitol Challenge; Timeline of Congress and the Capitol. 1789-1815; 1815-1851; 1851-1877; 1877-1913; 1913-1945; 1945-Present; Epilogue; Building a More Perfect Union