Explore the beautiful Capitol Grounds on this 50-minute tour. Weather permitting. Tours begin outside the north entrance. No passes required.

Join us as we welcome Architect of the Capitol Urban Forester Dana Gresham to discuss the Capitol's status as an arboretum, the memorial trees, and more!

The U.S. Capitol Grounds that you see today are the result of 200 years of changes to both the building and the landscape. Learn (delete the word about) how the Capitol Grounds have expanded and evolved from 1793 to today.

In recognition of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, learn about some of the Asian and Pacific Island leaders who have addressed Congress.

To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the Capitol Visitor Center has debuted a new tour, Remembering the Revolution. Join us for a virtual version featuring stories of the people and events who made a nation and how they have been commemorated in Capitol artwork.

Due to a special event, the Capitol Visitor Center will only offer tours until 10 a.m. and the restaurant will close at 11 a.m. The Visitor Center will remain open until 4:30 p.m. offering limited programs and activities. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Learn about the emerging interstate highway system and popularization of automobiles in 1926. No reservations necessary. Please join us! 

Learn about the Presidential Electoral College voting results of 1876.  No reservations necessary. Please join us! 

Watch a silent film about Washington, D.C. 100 years ago and compare it to today. No reservations necessary. Please join us!