Connecticut State Capitol Tours

BEGINNING JULY 6, 2021, THE CAPITOL AND LEGISLATIVE OFFICE BUILDING ARE OPEN MONDAY through FRIDAY.
Please call (860)240-0222 or email Capitol.Tours@cga.ct.gov for the updated tour schedule and availability.

Resources

June 8, 2017 by SmithCA

The Democracy Game

Through the American Democracy Game, you can put yourself in the shoes of a lawmaker and find out what it is like to deal with public policy issues. Discover the different interests on each side of a public policy issue and learn how negotiation and compromise can lead to a good result.

This online game, recently relaunched, was developed by NCSL for middle school students and includes teacher guides and information.

Publications

The publication How A Bill Becomes A Law In Connecticut will be provided to all tour participants. Other brochures, such as: State of Connecticut Sites, Seals, Symbols , will be distributed one per class. These are provided free of charge.

Videos

The following videos may be borrowed for up to two weeks by contacting Legislative Management at (860) 240-0100:

The Grand Restoration (Capitol) – 30 minutes, suitable for all ages.
General Assembly – 62 minutes, suitable for 9th Grade and above.

Websites

League of Women Voters of Connecticut Education Fund

Connecticut General Assembly

State of Connecticut Kids’ pages

Museum of Connecticut History

Connecticut’s Old State House

Connecticut Network (CT-N) Educational Resources

Internet Guide to U.S. Congress

Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government

Appreciating Democracy: A Lesson Plan for High School Teachers of Civics, Government, and U.S. History

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