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SPE/AAPG/SEG Oil and Natural Gas Technology Symposium
Sustainable Energy for Future Generations
12 June 2024 | Washington, D.C. - The U.S. Capitol Visitor Center

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Travel and Accomodations

Travel and Accommodations

Symposium Venue 

Accommodations are NOT provided for the symposium. However, there are numerous hotels nearby. Reference the map at the right.

The U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
First St SE, Washington, DC 20515

Getting to the US Capitol Visitor Center

Walking to the Capitol

The United States Capitol is bordered by Constitution Avenue to the north and Independence Avenue to the south. It is located at the far eastern end of the National Mall beyond the Capitol Reflecting Pool. The Capitol Visitor Center, the main entrance to the U.S. Capitol, is located beneath the East Front plaza of the U.S. Capitol at First Street and East Capitol Street. 

The Capitol Grounds are open to visitors.

Visitor Services Shuttle to Capitol Visitor Center Entrance

For your convenience, the Capitol Visitor Center provides an on-demand shuttle service. The shuttles run from the bus drop-off and pick-up areas on the west side of the Capitol to the Capitol Visitor Center entrance. They operate as needed from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Saturday.

Advance reservations for the shuttle are not required for individuals or small groups. However, if you are traveling with a large group requesting mobility assistance, please contact the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services at 202.224.4048 in advance of your visit.

Visitor Center staff in the kiosks can provide additional information and call a shuttle if needed. The west side kiosk is located near Independence Avenue and First Street SW, across from the U.S. Botanic Garden. The east side kiosk is located near East Capitol Street NE/SE and First Street NE/SE, across the street from the U.S. Supreme Court and the Library of Congress Jefferson Building.

Getting to the Capitol by Bicycle

Bicycle racks are located near the entrance to the Capitol Visitor Center along First Street SE and First Street NE. These racks are in addition to numerous bike racks provided on the West Front of the Capitol, between the Russell and Dirksen Senate Office Buildings, and by each of the House Office Buildings.

The District Department of Transportation’s bike sharing program, Capital Bikeshare, allows you to take a bicycle from more than 350 stations across the Washington, DC, metro region and return it to any station near your destination. 

Getting to the Capitol by Subway

There are three subway stops found within walking distance of the Capitol:

  • Union Station – Located at First Street, NW, and Massachusetts Avenue.
  • Capitol South – Located at First Street between C and D Streets, SE.
  • Federal Center, SW – Located at the southwest corner of Third and D Streets, SW.

Additional information on riding the subway, which is called the Metro, is available at the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority homepage www.wmata.com.

Two DC Circulator routes, (Union Station – Navy Yard Route and National Mall Route) include stops near the U.S. Capitol. The Circulator is another kind of public bus, and you will find more information about this option at www.dccirculator.com.

Getting to the Capitol by Car

Please keep in mind that there is very little public parking available near the Capitol. The nearest public parking facility is at Union Station, to the north of the Capitol.

Metered street parking is found along the Mall to the west of the Capitol.

Getting to the Symposium Meeting Room, CVC 200 (Congressional Auditorium)

Access and Security at the US Capitol Visitor Center (CVC)

  • Enter through the CVC main entrance security doors at First and East Capitol Streets.

  • All carried items will be inspected upon entering the Capitol Visitor Center. Leave large bags and metal jewelry behind to expedite the security check.

  • Food and beverages (including bottled water) are not allowed in the building. View the complete list of prohibited items in the Capitol.

Join Us in Room CVC 200 (Congressional Auditorium)

Reference the

Upper and Lower Level Maps.

  • After clearing security, proceed through the first set of doors and turn toward the center area ("u-turn").

  • Take the stairs or the elevator down to the lower level. Look for the signage, "Congressional Auditorium".

  • Once on the lower level, proceed straight ahead, crossing the atrium area. The doors to enter the auditorium, CVC 200, are located on the north and south sides.

 

 

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