Other Federal Sites
As the U.S. government's official web portal, USA.gov makes it easy for the public to get U.S. government information and services on the web.
U.S. Constitution
Drafted in secret by delegates to the Constitutional Convention during the summer of 1787, this four-page document, signed on September 17, 1787, established the government of the United States.
Congress.gov
View information about the United States House of Representatives and Senate. Search bills, read the Congressional Record, and learn how laws are made.
U.S. Government Manual
As the official handbook of the Federal Government, the United States Government Manual provides comprehensive information on the agencies of the legislative, judicial, and executive branches.
History & Research
Library of Congress
The Library of Congress is the nation's oldest federal cultural institution and serves as the research arm of Congress. It is also the largest library in the world, with millions of books, recordings, photographs, maps and manuscripts in its collections.
National Archives
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation's record keeper.
Smithsonian
Founded in 1846, the Smithsonian is the world's largest museum and research complex, consisting of 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park and nine research facilities.
