WASHINGTON, Nov. 3 -- The Architect of the Capitol issued the following public notice:

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Coming Soon: the 2026 Capitol Christmas Tree

Visiting the tree is free and open to the public. No ticket required.

November 2, 2026

Each year, the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) selects the annual U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree in consultation with the United States Forest Service. The 2026 tree is a 76-foot Engelmann spruce (Picea engelmannii . . .

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