Aaron Burr may be more popularly known as a Broadway star, but he spent the entirety of his vice presidency at the Capitol. Learn about the life and legacy of the 3rd vice president of the United States.

Using artifacts and sketches from their archives, staff from the Architect of the Capitol Curator’s Office will discuss artist Allyn Cox’s work in the Capitol. Cox painted the final three scenes in the Rotunda’s “Frieze of American History” and hallways in the House of Representatives, today called the Cox Corridors.

Join us live from the Capitol Christmas Tree to learn about this 59 year old Capitol tradition!

Join a CVC Curator for a tour of the special exhibit, “Congressional Investigations.” Meet at the sign inside Exhibition Hall.

Join a CVC Curator for a tour of the special exhibit, “Congressional Investigations.” Meet at the sign inside Exhibition Hall.

Visit the Education Cart by the Statue of Freedom and find out what’s happening in the House and Senate Chambers today.

Join CVC staff at an interactive floor map that incorporates objects and personal stories to illustrate an event in Congressional history. Meet at the sign inside the special exhibit: Congressional Investigations.

Learn about the life and story of Sakakawea, the guide and translator who led the Lewis & Clark expedition of the Louisiana Territory and statue from North Dakota.

Construction of the Capitol Extension was supported by a number of different labor shops and their personnel. Join Lauren Borchard and Jennifer Blancato of the Architect of the Capitol Curator’s Office to learn how stonemasons, bronze founders, carpenters, and others helped build the structure.