Capitol Conversations

WEDNESDAYS AT 2 p.m. -- Join our engaging guides and visitor services team on Zoom for Capitol Conversations – live, interactive, virtual discussions about the U.S. Capitol. During Capitol Conversations, our staff will discuss some of the U.S. Capitol’s historic spaces, artwork, artifacts and statues.

Visit the Online Gift Shop for the books and other materials mentioned during Capitol Conversations.

To request an accommodation to participate in a Capitol Conversation, please email your request to AccessibilityRequests@saa.senate.gov at least five business days in advance of the presentation date.

Wednesday, September 18 – Tales as Old as Time: Two Capitol Clocks

Staff from the Architect of the Capitol Curator’s Office discuss the history and design elements of two clocks visible during public tours of the Capitol.

Registration: https://aocgovus.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItcu6tpzsrHcciPTFE8ZwX2BSkUAEXlvw

Wednesday, September 25 – Daisy Bates

On September 4, 1957, the Little Rock Nine began their first day of class at Little Rock Central High School in Arkansas, spearheaded by Daisy Bates. Learn about the life and career of the civil rights leader and Arkansas’ newest statue.

Registration: https://aocgovus.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsc-6grTkqHkT4qPD5Hk3TCpvxsEtfP9A