Exploring the Great Hall A Journey Through Knowledge
Die Beschreibungen werden auf Englisch angezeigt.
- 1 Std. 30 Min.
- Kostenlos stornierbar bis 24 Std. vorher
- Führung auf Englisch
- Sofortige Bestätigung
Highlights
This tour presents the Jefferson Building not as a collection of decorative objects, but as a single visual argument about how knowledge is discovered, recorded, transmitted, used in government, and preserved for future generations. A rich tapestry of human knowledge's evolution unfolding in a cohesive narrative from celestial observations to the preservation of civilization. Marvel at the stunning murals by John White Alexander and the intricate Minerva Mosaic, while taking in the grandeur of the Grand Staircases. Explore significant artifacts such as the Gutenberg Bible and the Waldseemüller Map, alongside Thomas Jefferson's original book collection. This tour offers a unique chance to delve into the heart of the Library of Congress and its decorative arts, including changing exhibitions that showcase history's achievements.
Leistungen
Inbegriffen
- No additional fees.
Ablauf
The Great Hall tells a coherent story: the journey of human knowledge—from observing the heavens, to recording and transmitting ideas, to mapping the world, governing society, and preserving civilization. Tour Highlights History and architecture of the Thomas Jefferson Building Compass rose and zodiac floor John White Alexander’s Evolution of the Written Word murals Elihu Vedder’s Republic murals and Minerva mosaic Grand staircases and sculpture by Daniel Chester French and Philip Martiny Decorative ceilings, inscriptions, printers’ marks, mosaics, and stained glass Gutenberg Bible Thomas Jefferson’s original book collection Waldseemüller Map Librarian of Congress Ceremonial Office, when viewable Main Reading Room overlook Main Reading Room floor walkthrough, when available Current exhibitions and selected decorative arts
Stornierung
Kostenlose Stornierung bis 24 Stunden vor Beginn, mit voller Rückerstattung.
Gut zu wissen
- Treffpunkt
- South side of the Carriage Drop off on lower level entrance.
- Abholung
- Alle treffen sich am Startpunkt; eine Abholung gibt es nicht.
- Ticketart
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Durchgeführt von
- Idlewild Pro Tours
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Washington DC
- Its from-price is 120% above the median of the 767 experiences we list in Washington DC.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Washington DC
Washington, DC is the US capital, a planned city on the Potomac, with a National Mall of monuments and museums and cherry trees in spring.
Washington was planned as a capital in the 1790s, with broad avenues radiating from the Capitol. The National Mall stretches from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, past the Washington Monument and the Reflecting Pool. Memorials to Jefferson, Franklin Roosevelt and Martin Luther King Jr stand around the Tidal Basin, where cherry trees bloom in late March or early April. The White House stands just north of the Mall.
Top-ranked sights in Washington DC: The White House, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial.
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