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Explore Senate Art

The art in the Senate wing of the U.S. Capitol and the Senate office buildings has been acquired principally for its public, patriotic, and commemorative characteristics. The Senate's art is intended to commit to posterity the persons and events of our national history, centered upon the institution of the Senate and the founding of the Republic.

Collections

Paintings

Paintings spanning over 200 years of American history, by some of the country’s preeminent artists.

Sculpture

The sculpture collection celebrates the great figures of our national history.

Graphic Art

"The Soul of Blaine" Still on the Rampage.

Over 1,000 graphic images that document the Senate, the Capitol, and American political history.

Decorative Art

Russell Senate Office Building Round Arm Swivel Chair

The Senate's collection of decorative art includes a wide array of historic objects associated with the Senate and the U.S. Capitol.

Portraits

Browse an alphabetical list of individuals who are the primary subjects of portraits in the Senate Collection.

Features

Online Exhibits

Online exhibits about the Senate’s history as seen through its art and historical collections.

Special Collections

Specialized collections including presidential inaugural memorabilia, vice presidential busts and more.

Publications

Books and brochures about Senate art and the Capitol available online.

Collection Spotlight

Recent acquisitions and interesting works from the Senate Collection, including newly commissioned portraits.


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	Office of the Senate Curator Senate Catalogue of Fine Art Senate Catalogue of Graphic Art Image Reproduction Requests


	Senate Reception Room Benches Essay on Portrait of Child with Moth