Celebrating the 200th Anniversary of Frederick Law Olmsted’s Birthday
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Statement Following the Death of Another Police Officer Protecting the U.S. Capitol
WASHINGTON, D.C. – April 2, 2021 – Today, the U.S. Capitol Historical Society released the following statement following another fatal attack against the U.S. Capitol and the police officers sworn to protect it: “We are shocked and saddened to learn that the U.S. Capitol and its police officers have once again come under a fatal […]
USCHS is #CapitolStrong
As the nation recovers from the January 6 insurrection, the United States Capitol Historical Society is proud to join with leading civil society groups to launch CapitolStrong, an initiative to strengthen and invest in the institution of Congress and the people who serve there. Members of the CapitolStrong coalition are working to foster an ongoing […]
Securing the Blessings of Liberty in the Wake of the Jan. 6 Insurrection
Issued 1/14/21 In the wake of the attack on the United States Capitol on January 6th, 2021, the security of the building and the Congress is front and center in the public consciousness. The United States Capitol Historical Society urges all involved in reviewing the breach and future protocols to ensure that security does not […]
Statements on the January 6 Insurrection
Democracy is Stronger Than Terror January 6, 2021 3:22 PM EST The United States Capitol Historical Society is shocked and heartbroken by today’s violent disregard for American values and our Constitution. The U.S. Capitol is more than a building – it is the embodiment of American democracy and our way of life. We […]
2020 Freedom Award Presented to Dr. Carla Hayden
On December 9th the U.S. Capitol Historical Society presented our 2020 Freedom Award to Dr. Carla Hayden, Librarian of Congress. The Freedom Award is presented to individuals or organizations that have advanced public understanding and appreciation for freedom as represented by the U.S. Capitol and Congress. This year, USCHS President and CEO, Jane Campbell, hosted […]
2020 Freedom Award Honoree: Dr. Carla Hayden
USCHS is delighted to announce the 2020 Freedom Award honoree: Dr. Carla Hayden, Librarian of Congress. Dr. Hayden will accept the award during a virtual ceremony on December 9, 2020. Under Dr. Hayden’s leadership, the Library of Congress has worked to expand the accessibility and usability of its unparalleled resources. The thorough and thoughtful digitization […]
2020 National Heritage Lecture
The Grand Plan: President Eisenhower’s Work with Congress to Create Freedom of Movement Across the USA USCHS is proud to join in Ike Week, a series of events spotlighting the historical legacy of our 34th President and culminating in the dedication of the Eisenhower Memorial. The 2020 National Heritage Lecture will consider one of […]
