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Union Troops at the Capitol - 1861
Jun
26
Wed
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 »
Military Band Summer Concert Series at the U.S. Capitol
Jun
26
Wed
DAILY
Military Bands Summer Concert Series
Location:
United States Capitol
Event Type:
Music Events
Weekdays at 8:00 p.m., from June 3 - August 30 — As part of the annual Summer Concert Series at the Capitol the U.S. Military Bands will be performing Monday through Friday nights starting June 3 at 8:00 p.m., on the West steps of the U.S. Capitol. The practice of holding military band concerts on the Capitol Grounds dates back at least to 1863, when the United States... More »
National Garden
Jun
27
Thu
WEEKLY
National Garden Tour at the U.S. Botanic Garden
Location:
U.S. Botanic Garden
Event Type:
Educational Events, Tours
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. — A natural complement to the U.S. Botanic Garden, the National Garden highlights the amazing diversity of American plants, drawing inspiration from the environments of the Mid-Atlantic region. Conceived as an outdoor laboratory for gardening in harmony with natural ecosystems, the National Garden opened in the fall of 2006. Join Alex Torres and... More »
Exhibition Hall at the Capitol Visitor Center
Jun
27
Thu
WEEKLY
Exhibition Hall Family Program
Location:
Capitol Visitor Center
Event Type:
Educational Events, Kid Friendly Events
Monday through Friday at 11 a.m. — The history of Congress comes to life off the walls of Exhibition Hall through this guided program for visitors of all ages. Discover how and why the Capitol grew over time, unpack the details of a law and make a legislative decision. Meet at the entrance to Exhibition Hall on the lower level. No reservations or passes required. For... More »
Capitol Grounds
Jun
27
Thu
DAILY
Outdoor Capitol Talks
Location:
Capitol Grounds
Event Type:
Capitol Grounds, Educational Events
Monday through Friday at 1:00 p.m. — Hear from an expert how the U.S. Capitol Building has changed over time. Learn about architect Thomas U. Walter’s design for the Capitol Dome that became a symbol of democracy throughout the world. Meet at the North Gift Shop inside the Capitol Visitor Center for this 45-minute outdoor program. No reservations or passes needed. For... More »
Brumidi Corridors
Jun
27
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
Jun
27
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 »
Military Band Summer Concert Series at the U.S. Capitol
Jun
27
Thu
DAILY
Military Bands Summer Concert Series
Location:
United States Capitol
Event Type:
Music Events
Weekdays at 8:00 p.m., from June 3 - August 30 — As part of the annual Summer Concert Series at the Capitol the U.S. Military Bands will be performing Monday through Friday nights starting June 3 at 8:00 p.m., on the West steps of the U.S. Capitol. The practice of holding military band concerts on the Capitol Grounds dates back at least to 1863, when the United States... More »
Bee at BG
Jun
28
Fri
Pollinator Party!
Location:
U.S. Botanic Garden
Event Type:
Educational Events, Kid Friendly Events
Does your garden flutter? Is it a-buzz with flighty friends? Whether you are invested in insect garden visitors or just want to learn more, come celebrate pollinators at the USBG during this special event. Join Jim Willmott as he shares the wonders of what butterflies, bumblebees and honeybees bring the environment, and then help him release select butterflies into our... More »
Exhibition Hall at the Capitol Visitor Center
Jun
28
Fri
WEEKLY
Exhibition Hall Family Program
Location:
Capitol Visitor Center
Event Type:
Educational Events, Kid Friendly Events
Monday through Friday at 11 a.m. — The history of Congress comes to life off the walls of Exhibition Hall through this guided program for visitors of all ages. Discover how and why the Capitol grew over time, unpack the details of a law and make a legislative decision. Meet at the entrance to Exhibition Hall on the lower level. No reservations or passes required. For... More »

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