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.

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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, July 2, 2025 - Martha Hughes Cannon

On December 11, 2024, the state of Utah unveiled a statue of Dr. Martha Hughes Cannon, a physician and the first woman elected a State Senator in the United States. Learn about the life and career of this groundbreaking figure.
Registration: https://aocgovus.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/HvF2cABvTGa3xuhQsveTAA
 

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 - John Trumbull & the Declaration of Independence

On June 28, 1776, Thomas Jefferson and the Committee of Five introduced their first draft of the Declaration of Independence to the Continental Congress, eventually ratified on July 4. Learn about John Trumbull's painting of this moment, installed in the Capitol Rotunda in 1826.
Registration: https://aocgovus.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/EUrraQnHSeiL5supv0t2Iw
 

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - Ethan Allen

Learn about the life and legacy of Ethan Allen, leader of the Green Mountain Boys and one of Vermont's contributions to the National Statuary Hall Collection.
Registration: https://aocgovus.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/CibHu90xREm59AYwfdk5Bg
 

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 - Art in Motion

Not every painting or statue that you see on a Capitol tour today was always in that spot. Learn about why Congress has moved certain pieces to certain places.
Registration: https://aocgovus.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/xCAyKb_LSeenkVPc-zJraA
 

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - The Resignation of General Washington

On December 23, 1783, Gen. George Washington resigned from the Continental Army and willingly gave his power back to the Continental Congress and back to the people of the United States. Learn about John Trumbull's painting,  “General George Washington Resigning His Commission,” installed in the Capitol Rotunda in 1826.
Registration: https://aocgovus.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/5TbftNjtS_eeLbUGpOoEAg