Meet at the entrance to Exhibition Hall on the lower level of the Capitol Visitor Center on Tuesday, April 16 at 1 p.m. for a 15-minute program about Philip Reid, an enslaved laborer who helped cast the Statue of Freedom that stands atop the U.S. Capitol Dome.
This event has already occurred — 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.
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 place during the Civil War, and key judicial decisions made during this time period. No reservations are needed...