More on Capitol Hill Morning
Explore the the Hill, find & visit your Representative's office, or attend a Congressional hearing.
Witness government in action during this custom walking tour as we explore the Capitol Hill area and discuss how a single, simple idea can become the law of the land.
What we’ll see:
Capitol Building and Grounds: Walk the grounds and learn how and why Washington was designed this way and the importance of Capitol Hill to the city, region, and of course, the nation. This tour does enter the U.S. Capitol Building, but does not include the Red Coat tour (Rotunda, Crypt, Old House Gallery, etc.). It you’re searching for a tour by the Architect of teh Capitol, check for availability here:
House Office Buildings: Explore the labyrinth of tunnels below Capitol Hill as we get up close and personal with the inner workings s of this city within a city. Thousands of legislative assistants, correspondents, and support staff work alongside members of Congress to make this part of Capitol Hill an exciting, fast-paced part of DC not seen on standard tours. Schedule permitting we will attend a few minutes of a Congressional Hearing. Visit your House member’s office if you are so inclined.
Supreme Court & Library of Congress: Discuss the roles of the Supreme Court and Library of Congress and their place in the federal government. We'll stop for a photo op on the steps of the Supreme Court Building ask enter the building for a glimpse at the Chamber. The Court building is closed when the Court is hearing an actual case. Entry to the Library of Congress requires ticket and we will acquire them! We will see the stunning Great Hall and Reading Room from above.
Reading Room inside the Library of Congress. We’ll see this!
Dress:
Access to Congressional office buildings requires passage through airport-style security, including metal detectors. Please travel as light as possible. Phones and cameras are permitted.
There are no other restrictions on dress, but consider that the tour takes place in a professional setting and may include attendance at Congressional hearings or a visit to your Representative's office. Send questions my way.
Duration: About 3 hours.