The Brumidi Corridors in the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C.

The U. S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C., features priceless murals. Most noted among the murals are those by Constantino Brumidi. The History Education Council of Hawaii brings to the attention of Hawaii historians, students of all ages and interests as well as teachers that there are a number of online-based resources available.

The Architect of the Capitol is an office established in 1793. Go to this link for its online text and images of the Brumidi Corridors. Links on this page connect online visitors with specific works.

In addition, the frieze of the Rotunda of the United States Capitol contains a painted panorama depicting significant events in American history. Click here for a direct link as well as images.

The Apotheosis of Washington in the eye of the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol was painted in the true fresco technique by Constantino Brumidi in 1865. Click here for a direct link as well as images.

The United States Capitol Historical Society also features an online tour of the Brumidi Corridors.

The book Constantino Brumidi: Artist of the Capitol, Prepared under the Direction of the Architect of the Capitol, by Barbara A. Wolanin, Curator, is available for purchase from the U.S. Capitol Historical Society. A copy is also available for borrowing at the Hawaii State Public Library (759.13 Brumidi Wo) in downtown Honolulu.