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Capitol Conversations - Jack Jouett: Memorial Tree For A Virginia Hero

The Capitol grounds is home to many trees that honor notable people and events. Learn about the “Paul Revere of the South” Jack Jouett of Virginia and the tree that honors him.

Capitol Conversations - Congress, The Capitol, & The McMillan Plan

The 1902 McMillan Plan for the Senate Park Commission reasserted the U.S. Capitol as the center of Washington, D.C. How did this plan develop and how did it impact a rapidly modernizing capital city?

Open for Tours

The Capitol Visitor Center is open for tours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Reservations are not required. 

Education Program - What is Happening in the Chambers?

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

Artifact Minute

Highlights one significant story connected to an artifact or document on display in Exhibition Hall. Meet Visitor Center staff at the entrance to Exhibition Hall.

Artifact Minute

Highlights one significant story connected to an artifact or document on display in Exhibition Hall. Meet Visitor Center staff at the entrance to Exhibition Hall.

Artifact Minute

Highlights one significant story connected to an artifact or document on display in Exhibition Hall. Meet Visitor Center staff at the entrance to Exhibition Hall.

Education Program - Amending the Constitution

Learn about the history of passing and ratifying amendments to the Constitution.

Amending the Constitution

Join us to look at the history of passing and ratifying amendments to the Constitution.  Meet Visitor Center staff at the entrance to Exhibition Hall.

Amending the Constitution

Join us to look at the history of passing and ratifying amendments to the Constitution.  Meet Visitor Center staff at the entrance to Exhibition Hall.