How to Visit the Department of the Treasury
There is more to the Department of Treasury than just the government's finances. The buildings comprising the Department of Treasury are vessels filled with fine art and history lessons. Tours of the Department are free and include viewings of the Andrew Johnson Suite and the restored West Dome. Visits can be conducted through the Department of Treasury one of two ways: the normal way and the virtual way.
Instructions
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Preview what a Regular Department of Treasury tour is like with the online virtual tour. The 7-inute video includes a look at the additions made to the Department.
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Make advance reservations for a tour conducted by a guide by contacting your representative or senator.
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Relay the information that a wheelchair bound person may be a part of a touring group so that the building can be made wheelchair accessible.
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Provide information like the date of birth, social security number and names of all those who will be in a particular group to visit at a certain time.
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Take public transportation. Do not drive your own vehicle to attend the tour-there is inadequate parking at the Department of Treasury's buildings. Taxi and bus are viable options to use in order to avoid not being able to find a parking space.
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Get admitted through the Washington Monument side of the Department of Treasury by pushing a button at the entrance gate.
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Leave cameras or bags at home. They are not allowed. Any kind of carrying bag may be reason to be denied attendance to a tour.
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