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Explore the Thomas Jefferson Building – Iconic 19th-Century Architecture & Rotating Exhibits

Visit the Thomas Jefferson Building, known for its magnificent 19th Century architecture and decoration and changing historical exhibitions

Visit the Thomas Jefferson Building, known for its magnificent 19th Century architecture and decoration and changing historical exhibitions. Guided tours at half-past each hour (except noon) Mon. - Fri. 10:30 am - 3:30 pm, Sat. 10:30 am - 2:30 pm. Open Mon. - Sat. 10 am - 5 pm.

Amenities

  • Foreign Language Guides
  • Free Admission
  • Guided tours available
  • Educational Programming

Additional Information

Largest Meeting Room Details

Capacity, Banquet-style: 450, Capacity, Theatre-style: 480

Meeting Space Details

Inside Reception Capacity: 1500

Group Maximum

50

Length of Tour

Less than 1 hour

Metro Station

Capitol South, Union Station

Directions

101 1st St. SE
Washington, DC 20540
United States


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