Discover the rich heritage of âthe People's Houseâ and its central role in U.S. history since 1789. Explore its unique story and the men and women who have shaped it. Browse its collections. Access historical data and other research resources.
In April 1961, the NFL signed a nationwide contract with the Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) with exclusive rights to televise its games starting with the 1962 season. House Judiciary Chairman Emanuel Celler and his committee responded by opening an investigation into whether the NFLâand by extension, other professional sports leaguesâhad the right to set up their own big broadcast deals.
During one terrifying morning in early September 2001, Capitol Hill watched as terrorists attacked New York City and Arlington, Virginia. That day many people wondered if the U.S. Congress was next. Watch as Members, Officers, and staff at the U.S. House of Representatives give a detailed account of September 11, 2001. The narrative includes memories of the Houseâs emergency recess, the evacuation of the U.S. Capitol, the secure location provided for House and Senate leaders, and the Membersâ press conference on the Capitol steps that evening.
This site is a collaborative project between the Office of the Historian and the Clerk of the House's Office of Art and Archives. The offices preserve, collect, and interpret the heritage of the U.S. House, serving as the institutionâs memory and a resource for Members, staff, and the general public.
