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Government Buildings

Government Buildings are central to most visits to Washington DC. Learn about these important places from your About guide.

Capitol Visitor Center

Find information about the new Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, DC, the largest expansion of the U.S. Capitol includes an exhibition gallery, two orientation theaters, a 550-seat cafeteria, gift shops, and restrooms.

White House Visitor Center

White House Visitor Center provides information about the White House, including historical exhibits and a gift shop.

Annual White House Spring Garden Tour

The White House Spring Garden Tours have been an annual tradition since 1972 when Pat Nixon first opened the White House gardens to the public.

The White House

Find out about the White House, the home of the President in Washington, DC. Find out about visiting the White House and the White House Visitor Center.

Photos of the White House in Washington, DC

See photos of the White House in Washington, DC

U. S. Capitol Building

Explore the U. S. Capitol Building, Washington, DC's meeting chambers for the Senate and the House of Representatives.

U. S. Supreme Court Building

Find out about the U. S. Supreme Court Building, the highest judicial authority in the United States. Visit the Supreme Court while you are in Washington, DC.

Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Watch real money being printed at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in Washington, DC! Take a tour and see how U. S. paper currency is designed, engraved and printed.

Library of Congress

Find inforamtion about the Library of Congress in Washington, DC, the national library for the Senate and House of Representatives on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.

The Pentagon

The Pentagon is the headquarters of the Department of Defense for the United States. The pentagon shaped building is located in Virginia, just outside of Washington, DC.

The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center

The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center is a landmark building housing international trade related businesses, the DC Chamber of Commerce Visitor Information Center, the permanent theatre for the Capitol Steps, a food court, Iria restaurant and conference facilities.

Federal Reserve Bank

The Federal Reserve Bank in Washington DC sets interest rates and banking policies for the United States.

Department of the Interior

The Department of the Interior oversees the National Park system, wildlife refuges, monuments, and recreation areas. The DOI Building is located at 1849 C Street, NW,Washington DC.

Eisenhower Executive Office Building

The Eisenhower Executive Office Building was originally called the State, War and Navy Building. Take a tour of the historical building located just west of the White House.

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