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Welcome to the Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest museum complex and research organization. Composed of 16 museums and the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, and 2 museums in New York City, the Smithsonian's exhibitions offer visitors a glimpse into its vast collection numbering over 142 million objects. 1000 Jefferson Dr. SW Washington, DC 202-633-1000 Phone 202.633.1000 (voice/tape) or 202.357.1729 Recorded information 202.357.2020 |
| The United States Capitol in Washington, DC, is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. It has housed the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives for almost two centuries. Begun in 1793, the Capitol has been built, burnt, rebuilt, extended, and restored; today, it stands as a monument not only to its builders but also to the American people and their government. |
| White House Tours Public tours of the White House are available for groups of 10 or more people. Requests must be submitted through one's Member of Congress and are accepted up to six months in advance. These self-guided tours are available from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday (excluding federal holidays), and are scheduled on a first come, first served basis approximately one month in advance of the requested date. We encourage you to submit your request as early as possible since a limited number of tours are available. All White House tours are free of charge. For the most current tour information, please call the 24-hour line at 202-456-7041. Please note that White House tours may be subject to last minute cancellation |
| For over 90 years, Union
Station has welcomed people to the most important city in the world. This magnificent
building has even played host to 17 Presidents and countless foreign dignitaries.
However, what may be most impressive is the fact that Union Station's marble floors
echo with the footsteps of over 25 million people each year, making it the most
visited site in all of Washington, D.C. |
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