U.S. Senate: Visiting the Capitol
WEBYour visit to the historic U.S. Capitol begins as you enter the Capitol Visitor Center —the main entrance to the U.S. Capitol. Through films, exhibits, and tours, you will learn about how Congress works, how this magnificent building was built, and how citizens can participate in this extraordinary experiment called representative democracy.
U.S. Senate: U.S. Capitol Building
WEBU.S. Capitol Building. The most recognized symbol of democratic government in the world, the United States Capitol has housed Congress since 1800. The Capitol is where Congress meets to write the laws of our nation, and where presidents are inaugurated and deliver their annual State of the Union messages.
United States Capitol - Wikipedia
WEBThe United States Capitol, often called the Capitol or the Capitol Building, is the seat of the United States Congress, the legislative branch of the federal government. It is located on Capitol Hill at the eastern end of the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Historic Buildings and Spaces - U.S. Senate
WEBSenate Office Buildings. Beginning in the 1880s, senators sought more office space as their workloads and staff began to grow. In 1891 the Senate acquired an apartment building on Constitution Ave., the Maltby Building, and converted it into offices, which senators occupied until 1905.
Home | U.S. Capitol - Visitor Center
WEBWelcome to the U.S. Capitol! Book a Tour. Sunday September 15, 2024 Closed. Upcoming Events at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center. See all events on the Calendar. event. Sep 16 2024 | 11am - 12pm. Specialty Tour - Halls Of The Senate. event. Sep 16 2024 | 11am - 12pm. Outdoor Tour of the Capitol Grounds. event. Sep 16 2024 | 11am - 12pm.
United States Senate - Wikipedia
WEBThe United States Senate is the upper chamber of the United States Congress. The United States Senate and the lower chamber of Congress, the United States House of Representatives, comprise the federal bicameral legislature of the United States.
United States Capitol Complex - Wikipedia
WEBThe United States Capitol Complex is a group of twenty buildings, grounds, and facilities in Washington, D.C., that are used by the United States Congress, and federal courts. The buildings and grounds within the complex are managed …
U.S. Capitol Building - Architect of the Capitol
WEBAt the U.S. Capitol Building the Senate and the House of Representatives come together to discuss, debate and deliberate national policy; develop consensus; and craft the country's laws.
Hart Senate Office Building - Architect of the Capitol
WEBThe Philip A. Hart Senate Office Building is the third and newest office structure designed and built to serve the United States Senate.
How to Tour the U.S. Capitol & See Congress in Session - Washington …
WEBThe U.S. Capitol Building is one of the most recognizable buildings in the world and the center of American democracy. The world-famous domed building is home to the United States House of Representatives and Senate; where America’s congressmen and congresswomen conduct business, debate laws and pass bills on …