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Federal Attractions
The Library of Congress - The Library of Congress is the nation's oldest federal cultural institution. The Library preserves a collection of more than 119 million items, more than two-thirds of which are in media other than books. These include the largest map, film and television collections in the world. The White House - Take a tour of the White House where you can view the rooms and furnishings, past and present. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) - NARA's mission is to ensure ready access to the essential evidence that documents the rights of American citizens, the actions of Federal officials, and the national experience. Visitors can see on display our nation's Charters of Freedom — The Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. The exhibit halls are temporarily closed due to renovations. Washington National Cathedral - The Cathedral towers above the city from its 57-acre site high on Mt. St. Alban. Sixth largest cathedral in the world, burial sites of President Woodrow Wilson, Hellen Keller, and her two teachers. War Memorial and Children's Chapels, Space Window with moon rock inset. Observation Gallery offers magnificent views of Washington, Virginia, and Maryland. |
FBI Tour - The FBI Tour is designed to inform visitors of the responsibilities, organizational structures, accomplishments, history, and law enforcement services of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The one-hour, guided tour, which is taken by nearly 500,000 persons each year, is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Nation's Capital. Bureau of Engraving and Printing - Watch stacks of cash being made. The bureau is the largest producer of security documents in the United States. The BEP produces over 9 billion Federal Reserve notes each year and over 20 billion postage stamps. Supreme Court of the United States - The Supreme Court offers a variety of educational programs. Exhibits, which are changed periodically, and a theater, where a film on the Supreme Court is shown, are located on the ground floor. Lectures in the Courtroom are given every hour on the half-hour, on days that the Court is not sitting.U.S. Capitol - Under this magnificent white dome, senators and representatives meet to shape U.S. legislative policy. The Capitol Guide Service conducts free guided tours of the Capitol Monday through Saturday throughout the year. |
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