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Capitol Building

For two centuries, the Capitol Building has housed the meeting chambers for the Senate and the House of Representatives. Similar to the White House, the Capitol Building was burned by the British in the War of 1812. Fortunately, a rain storm prevented the fires from completely destroying the building and repairs were already underway by 1815. Today, the Capitol Building is a museum of American art and history in addition to its use by Congress.

Fun Fact: The dome of the Great Rotunda is 180 feet tall, which is also half the length of a football field.

Photo source: Carol M. Highsmith

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