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The Capitol Complex
Not all legislative business takes place in the Capitol building! There are many points of interest located on Capitol Hill. Click on the locations around the Capitol Complex map to see all the different buildings and landmarks!

Map of Capitol Complex Supreme Court Jeffersom Building Adams Building, Library of Congress The Rayburn House Office Building The Longworth House Office Building Madison Building, Library of Congress The Cannon House Office Building The Ford House Office Building U.S. Botanic Garden Summer House Bertholdi Fountain The U.S. Capitol Supreme Court Adams Building, Library of Congress Madison Building, Library of Congress The Longworth House Office Building The Rayburn House Office Building The U.S. Capitol The Cannon House Office Building Ford House Office Building Summer House U.S. Botanic Garden Bertholdi Fountain

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Capitol Hill
Formerly known as Jenkins Hill, Capitol Hill was named in 1800 and describes the collection of legislative and judicial buildings surrounding the U.S. Capitol. Capitol Hill also encompasses many homes and businesses east of the U.S. Capitol. This neighborhood was developed in the early 19th century to serve legislators and their families, and continues to do so today.

Adobe PDFAre you planning a visit to Washington D.C.? Download and print the Capitol Complex map and building descriptions to take with you!
Building NamesakesVisit the House Building Namesakes page to learn how the House Office Buildings got their names!


 
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