Anniversary in Washington DC - October, 1999 -- Capitol Rotunda.

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The symbolic and physical heart of the United States Capitol is the Rotunda, an imposing circular room 96 feet in diameter and 180 feet in height. It is the principal circulation space in the Capitol, connecting the House and Senate sides, and is visited by thousands of people each day. The Rotunda is used for important ceremonial events as authorized by concurrent resolution, such as the lying in state of eminent citizens and the dedication of works of art.

One of the eight paintings in the Rotunda, Robert Weir's “The Embarkation of the Pilgrims at Delft Haven, Holland, July 22, 1620” is shown in full.

To the right is a partial view of John G. Chapman's “Baptism of Pocahontas at Jamestown, Virginia, 1613”. 1