How do I schedule a tour of the Capitol?
During the current Capitol
Restoration and Extension Project, the Capitol will be closed
to the public while necessary improvements are made to the interior.
Outdoor tours of the historic Capitol Grounds will still be offered
to individuals and groups, weather permitting. For more information
on outdoor tours of the Capitol Grounds, click here.
What are the directions to the Capitol?
The Capitol is located in the heart of downtown Richmond and is easily accessible
from the highway. Directions to the Capitol
Square Bus Loop are available from points North, South, East, and West.
Where will I park?
The Capitol is undergoing a Restoration and Extension Project
through the
early Spring of 2007 and
at this time there is no public parking on Capitol Square.
There are several parking areas that are within walking
distance of the Capitol. Downloadable maps of
these parking areas are available, as well as the rates for
these areas. Parking is available for charter
and school buses in the Capitol Square bus loop.
Note: Due to the increasing construction in
Downtown Richmond, some parking lots listed on the links above
may not exist any longer. If you have any questions about parking
lots in the capitol vicinity, please call the Capitol Tour
Desk at (804) 698-1788 or email the Tour Desk at vacaptours@leg.state.va.us.
How can I get publications?
The House and Senate offer a variety of publications. These publications can
be downloaded or ordered from the Publications page.
Please be advised that quantities on certain publications are limited.
How can I schedule a Chamber Presentation for a group?
The House and Senate conduct Chamber
Presentations when the General Assembly is not
in session. To arrange a presentation contact the following:
House Chamber - House Information and Public Relations Office, toll free at 1-877-391-FACT
Senate Chamber - Senate Clerk's Office (804) 698-7400
Can I observe a daily floor session?
The daily sessions of the Virginia General Assembly
are not open to the public during the Capitol renovation.
Currently, there is no public access to the temporary
chambers in the Patrick Henry Building. The public
may view the session from any of the committee rooms
in the General Assembly Building on television when
the rooms are not in use. The General Assembly convenes
its annual session on the second Wednesday in January
and is in session for 60 days in an even-numbered year
and 46 days in an odd-numbered year. Generally, the
House and the Senate convene their respective floor
sessions at 12 noon.
Can I observe a committee meeting?
House
and Senate committee meetings are open to the public. A
complete listing of upcoming committee meetings is available
online.
What security measures are in place at the Capitol?
Individuals entering the General Assembly Building
and/or the Patrick Henry Building will be asked to
pass through metal detectors and all personal belongings
will be searched. To reduce delays, it is advisable
to leave all non-essential personal items either in
your vehicle or on the bus.
What accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities?
There are various accommodations available for individuals
with disabilities.
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