Statements (53)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:building
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gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:United_States_Capitol
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gptkbp:architect |
gptkb:William_Thornton
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gptkbp:architectural_style |
Greek Revival elements
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gptkbp:artwork |
Capitol Rotunda artworks
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gptkbp:completed |
1800
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gptkbp:constructed_in |
1793
symmetrical layout |
gptkbp:construction_material |
gptkb:item
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gptkbp:events |
State of the Union addresses
inaugurations |
gptkbp:famous_for |
its historical significance
its architecture its art collection its iconic dome its role in American history its historical tours its role in civic engagement its public accessibility its role in democracy its legislative chambers its role in government its role in international relations its steps and portico its role in American culture its role in civil rights its role in constitutional law its role in legislation its role in national events its role in political history its role in public policy |
gptkbp:function |
seat of the United States Congress
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gptkbp:height |
88 meters
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gptkbp:home_stadium |
cast iron dome
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
U. S. Capitol Building
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gptkbp:landmark |
gptkb:memorial
gptkb:U._S._National_Historic_Landmark_District |
gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Washington,_D._C.
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gptkbp:notable_event |
January 6, 2021 insurrection
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gptkbp:notable_feature |
gptkb:Statue_of_Freedom
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gptkbp:parks |
gptkb:Capitol_Reflecting_Pool
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gptkbp:purpose |
housing the legislative branch
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gptkbp:renovated |
1950s
1990s 2000s multiple renovations |
gptkbp:security_features |
gptkb:U._S._Capitol_Police
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gptkbp:style |
Neoclassical architecture
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gptkbp:surrounding_area |
Capitol Hill neighborhood
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gptkbp:symbolizes |
American democracy
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gptkbp:tourist_attraction |
guided tours available
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gptkbp:visitors |
over 3 million annually
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