Reading Room
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CIA Freedom of Information Act Electronic Reading RoomDo UFOs fascinate you? Are you a history buff who wants to learn more about the Bay of Pigs, Vietnam or the A-12 Oxcart? Have stories about spies always fascinated you? You can find information about all of these topics and more in the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Electronic Reading Room.
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The Congressional RecordAfter each day that Congress is in session, the proceedings are printed in the Congressional Record (CR) and available the following morning.
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Capitol Hill in FictionCapitol Hill in Fiction includes a list of detective stories, historical fiction and more
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20 essential books about Washington, D.C.The main focus of this list is how D.C. came to be built, but there are hundreds, if not thousands, of books on the city that are also worth reading.
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America's Founding DocumentsThese three documents, known collectively as the Charters of Freedom, have secured the rights of the American people for more than two and a quarter centuries and are considered instrumental to the founding and philosophy of the United States. Located on the upper level of the National Archives museum.
Virtual Tours
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Virtual Tour of Washington, D.C.
Transport yourself to Washington, DC on dozens of immersive, first-person adventures. Experience what it’s like to step foot inside the majestic Lincoln Memorial, walk through bustling Union Market or visit a free Smithsonian Institution museum. So what are you waiting for? Hop from neighborhood hot spots to awe-inspiring museums to world-famous landmarks, and then start planning your next trip to the nation’s capital. -
Library of Congress Exhibitions
The richness and variety of the Library’s exhibitions reflect the universal and diverse nature of the Library’s collections. Four major themes underlie most of the exhibitions—the presentation of great libraries and written traditions; the exploration of America’s past and character; the examination of world cultures and history; and the celebration of events, individuals, and works that shaped the twentieth century and beyond. -
U.S. Capitol
The United States Capitol in Washington, D.C., is a symbol of the American people and their government, the meeting place of the nation's legislature. The Capitol also houses an important collection of American art, and it is an architectural achievement in its own right. It is a working office building as well as a tourist attraction visited by millions every year. -
Washington D.C. Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia
Washington D.C. – Take in the many splendors of the nation’s capital. Explore the city with us and start planning a journey of your own! -
Smithsonian Institution
The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex. It is a community of learning and the opener of doors. Explore and learn online.
