Supreme Court of the United States
The nation's highest court in a majestic neoclassical building. Visitors can attend courtroom lectures and watch justices during oral arguments when the Court is in session.
The nation's highest court in a majestic neoclassical building. Visitors can attend courtroom lectures and watch justices during oral arguments when the Court is in session.
Free, no tickets required
Free 30-minute courtroom lectures every half-hour 9:30am-3:30pm. Expect longer waits March-June. Apply for lottery seating to watch oral arguments when Court is in session.
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Yes, during the hearing season (October-April). Apply for lottery seating online or line up early for first-come, first-served seats. Sessions start at 10am.
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