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Part Two of the Capitol Stamps series continues with a look at how artwork of the Capitol Rotunda, including John Trumbull’s American Revolution paintings, have made their way around the world in postage stamp form. 

Robert R. Livingston, one of New York’s statues at the Capitol, made many important contributions to American history. Learn more about his roles as statesman, judge, and diplomat — and the Capitol artwork that recognizes him. 

As a young man, the Marquis de Lafayette played a pivotal role in the American Revolution. A lifetime and two Revolutions later, he returned to America on an epic tour. Join Visitor Guides and a special guest for a look at how he made his mark on Capitol and American history.  

New Mexico statue, Ohkay Owingeh religious leader Po’Pay, led a revolution against the Spanish in 1680, nearly a century before Americans in the east revolted against British rule. Learn more in this program. 

John Adams predicted that Americans would forever celebrate the nation’s independence day on July 2, not July 4. Why that day? Find out in this program. 

Watch a costumed reenactment of the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exposition. No reservations necessary. Please join us!