The U.S. Capitol Building
Jan 12, 2026•43 min•Ep. 120
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Episode description
Tghis episode is about the history of the US Capitol Building, and is part of our #US250 podcast specials.
Jeananne interviews Steve Livengood, Chief Guide & Historian at the US Capitol Historical Society.
We provide great detail on the design, building, rebuilding, and how it operates from its beginnings to this very day.
The US Capitol Building is the home of the legislative branch, was once the home of The US Supreme Court and has been the backdrop of some of the most important discussions and debates over issues that have shaped our nation.
As promised, here are some of the links we mention in this podcast:
Links Become a Member Individual Membership / Support USCHS | U.S. Capitol Historical Society Donate to The USCHS DonorPerfect Form Educational Videos We The People Constitution Program: Video | USCHS Teacher Resources We The People Constitution Program Webinars Lectures + Webinars / United States Capitol History | USCHS There is always more to learn! -JImmy & Jean
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