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Brumidi Corridors
Apr
11
Thu
DAILY
Brumidi Corridors Tours
Location:
United States Capitol
Event Type:
Art/History Events, Educational Events, Tours
Weekdays at 2 p.m. — A special tour of the Brumidi Corridors on the first floor of the Senate wing of the Capitol enables visitors to view and learn about the ornate paintings on the walls and ceilings designed by Constantino Brumidi between 1857 and 1859. This tour, which lasts approximately 30 minutes, is offered Monday through Friday at 2 p.m. No reservations are... More »
Union Troops at the Capitol - 1861
Apr
11
Thu
WEEKLY
Capitol and Congress During the Civil War Tour
Location:
Capitol Visitor Center
Event Type:
Art/History Events, Educational Events, Tours
Weekdays at 3 p.m. — In honor of the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, a special tour, lasting 30 to 45 minutes, entitled "Capitol and the Congress During the Civil War," is offered Monday through Friday at 3 p.m. With stops at the Old Supreme Court Chamber and other important areas at the Capitol, this tour will explore how the Capitol was used during the Civil War,... More »
Brumidi Corridors
Apr
12
Fri
DAILY
Brumidi Corridors Tours
Location:
United States Capitol
Event Type:
Art/History Events, Educational Events, Tours
Weekdays at 2 p.m. — A special tour of the Brumidi Corridors on the first floor of the Senate wing of the Capitol enables visitors to view and learn about the ornate paintings on the walls and ceilings designed by Constantino Brumidi between 1857 and 1859. This tour, which lasts approximately 30 minutes, is offered Monday through Friday at 2 p.m. No reservations are... More »
Union Troops at the Capitol - 1861
Apr
12
Fri
WEEKLY
Capitol and Congress During the Civil War Tour
Location:
Capitol Visitor Center
Event Type:
Art/History Events, Educational Events, Tours
Weekdays at 3 p.m. — In honor of the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, a special tour, lasting 30 to 45 minutes, entitled "Capitol and the Congress During the Civil War," is offered Monday through Friday at 3 p.m. With stops at the Old Supreme Court Chamber and other important areas at the Capitol, this tour will explore how the Capitol was used during the Civil War,... More »
Lieutenant Charles Wilkes
Apr
13
Sat
Celebrating the U.S. Exploring Expedition of 1838-42
Location:
U.S. Botanic Garden
Event Type:
Educational Events
Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m. to 2 pm. — The U.S. Botanic Garden's plant collection dates back to the U.S. Exploring Expedition of 1838-42. Three of the original plants from this expedition can still be seen on display in the Conservatory! Commanded by Lieutenant Charles Wilkes, this expedition took scientists and sailors on six ships to explore the seven seas. These... More »
Guided tour in the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory
Apr
15
Mon
WEEKLY
Lunchtime Tour of the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory
Location:
U.S. Botanic Garden
Event Type:
Tours
Mondays and Wednesdays at 12 p.m. — What do manila folders, Chanel No. 5, vanilla and fossil fuels have in common? They all come from plants on permanent display in the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory. Take a tour with a knowledgeable guide who will connect the exotic plant world to everyday life. You might see bananas, cacao and coffee ripening on the tree or learn... More »
Brumidi Corridors
Apr
15
Mon
DAILY
Brumidi Corridors Tours
Location:
United States Capitol
Event Type:
Art/History Events, Educational Events, Tours
Weekdays at 2 p.m. — A special tour of the Brumidi Corridors on the first floor of the Senate wing of the Capitol enables visitors to view and learn about the ornate paintings on the walls and ceilings designed by Constantino Brumidi between 1857 and 1859. This tour, which lasts approximately 30 minutes, is offered Monday through Friday at 2 p.m. No reservations are... More »
Union Troops at the Capitol - 1861
Apr
15
Mon
WEEKLY
Capitol and Congress During the Civil War Tour
Location:
Capitol Visitor Center
Event Type:
Art/History Events, Educational Events, Tours
Weekdays at 3 p.m. — In honor of the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, a special tour, lasting 30 to 45 minutes, entitled "Capitol and the Congress During the Civil War," is offered Monday through Friday at 3 p.m. With stops at the Old Supreme Court Chamber and other important areas at the Capitol, this tour will explore how the Capitol was used during the Civil War,... More »
Statue of Freedom
Apr
16
Tue
Exhibition Hall Talk
Location:
Capitol Visitor Center
Event Type:
Educational Events
Tuesday, April 16, 1 p.m. — Philip Reid was an enslaved laborer who helped cast the Statue of Freedom that stands atop the Capitol Dome. By December 2, 1863 when Freedom was lifted into place, Reid was a free man under the DC Compensated Emancipation Act of 1862. In recognition of DC Emancipation Day, join Dr. Barbara Wolanin, curator for the Architect of the Capitol, as... More »
Brumidi Corridors
Apr
16
Tue
DAILY
Brumidi Corridors Tours
Location:
United States Capitol
Event Type:
Art/History Events, Educational Events, Tours
Weekdays at 2 p.m. — A special tour of the Brumidi Corridors on the first floor of the Senate wing of the Capitol enables visitors to view and learn about the ornate paintings on the walls and ceilings designed by Constantino Brumidi between 1857 and 1859. This tour, which lasts approximately 30 minutes, is offered Monday through Friday at 2 p.m. No reservations are... More »

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