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May
23
Thu
WEEKLY
National Garden Tour at the U.S. Botanic Garden
Event Location:
U.S. Botanic Garden
Event Tags:
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 explore this undiscovered... More »
May
23
Thu
DAILY
Outdoor Capitol Talks
Event Location:
Capitol Grounds
Event Tags:
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 information about... More »
May
23
Thu
DAILY
Brumidi Corridors Tours
Event Location:
United States Capitol
Event Tags:
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 needed. Get passes for this... More »
May
23
Thu
WEEKLY
Capitol and Congress During the Civil War Tour
Event Location:
Capitol Visitor Center
Event Tags:
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, critical debates that took... More »
May
24
Fri
DAILY
Outdoor Capitol Talks
Event Location:
Capitol Grounds
Event Tags:
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 information about... More »
May
24
Fri
DAILY
Brumidi Corridors Tours
Event Location:
United States Capitol
Event Tags:
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 needed. Get passes for this... More »
May
24
Fri
WEEKLY
Capitol and Congress During the Civil War Tour
Event Location:
Capitol Visitor Center
Event Tags:
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, critical debates that took... More »
May
26
Sun
National Memorial Day Concert
Event Location:
Capitol Grounds
Event Tags:
Capitol Grounds, Holiday Events, Music Events
National Memorial Day Concert Capitol West Lawn Sunday, May 26, from 8:00 to 9:30 pm The concert, is held on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., is open to the public, and it is free. No tickets are necessary. Taking the Metro to the concert site is strongly advised due to traffic volume and street closings put in place for the event. The nearest stations are Federal Center SW... More »
May
27
Mon
DAILY
Outdoor Capitol Talks
Event Location:
Capitol Grounds
Event Tags:
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 information about... More »
May
27
Mon
DAILY
Brumidi Corridors Tours
Event Location:
United States Capitol
Event Tags:
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 needed. Get passes for this... More »

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