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1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20004 United States Get Directions
(202) 727-2643

The historic John A. Wilson Building houses the Executive Office of the Mayor and the Council of the District of Columbia. As DC’s City Hall, the building is open to the public, and we encourage the city’s residents and visitors to tour the building and sit in on the legislative process.

Wilson Building Policies

  • All areas of the Wilson Building are smoke free.
  • Strollers are permitted.
  • Service animals are allowed.
  • During your visit, help preserve the Wilson Building’s statues and other works of art.  Enjoy looking at them, but please do not touch.

Security Policies

Before entry into the building, visitors are screened by a magnetometer, and all items that are permitted inside the building are screened by an x-ray device.

The following items are strictly prohibited:

  • Any bag larger than 14″ wide x 13″ high x 4″ deep
  • Aerosol containers
  • Any pointed object (i.e., knitting needles, letter openers) Note: pens and pencils are permitted.
  • Cans and bottles
  • Electric stun guns, martial arts weapons or devices
  • Food or beverages of any kind
  • Guns, replica guns, ammunition, and fireworks
  • Knives of any size
  • Mace and pepper spray
  • Non-aerosol spray (prescriptions for medical needs are permitted)
  • Razors and box cutters

Accessibility

The Wilson Building’s Pennsylvania Avenue entrance and D Street entrance are both handicapped entrances.  Each floor is equipped with handicapped accessible doors in the main hallway, and our restrooms are also ADA compliant with handicapped accessible stalls and doors.

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Transportation & the Environment Public Hearing

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Transportation & the Environment will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation: B22-902, the Sustainable Straws and Stirrers Amendment Act of 2018 B22-1014, the Limitations on Products Containing Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons Amendment Act of 2018 The Committee invites the public to testify or to submit written testimony, which will be made […]

Education Public Roundtable

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Education will hold a Public Roundtable on the following Matter: PR22-1033, the "Deputy Mayor for Education Paul Kihn Confirmation Resolution of 2018" Those who wish to testify may sign-up online at http://bit.do/educationhearings or call the Committee on Education at (202) 724-8061 by 5:00pm Tuesday. November 6. 2018. Persons wishing to testify are […]

Government Operations Public Hearing

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Government Operations will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation: B22-1009 - Salary Adjustment Amendment Act of 2018 If you are unable to testify at the public hearing, written statements are encouraged and will be made a part of the official record. The official record will remain open until close of […]

Housing & Neighborhood Revitalization Public Hearing

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Housing & Neighborhood Revitalization will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation: Bill 22-0686, "Senior Strategic Plan Amendment Act of 2018" Bill 22-0964, "District of Columbia Department on Aging and Community Living Amendment Act of 2018” Those who wish to testify are requested to telephone the Committee on Housing and Neighborhood […]

Transportation & Environment Public Hearing

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Transportation & the Environment will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation and Matter: B22-946, the Safe Fields and Playgrounds Act of 2018, B22-937, the Northwest One Surplus and Disposition Approval Omnibus Act of 2018, PR22-987, the Eastern Branch Boys and Girls Club Surplus Declaration and Approval Resolution of 2018, and […]

Committee of the Whole Public Oversight Hearing

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Oversight Hearing on the following Legislation: District of Columbia Auditor's Report "Housing Code Enforcement: A Case Study of Dahlgreen Courts" Those who wish to testify are asked to email the Committee of the Whole at cow@dccouncil.us, or call Evan Cash, Committee and Legislative Director at (202) […]

Business & Economic Development Public Hearing

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Business & Economic Development will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation: B22-904, “CleanEnergy DC Omnibus Amendment Act of 2018” The Committee invites the public to testify or to submit written testimony. Anyone wishing to testify at the hearing should contact the Committee on Business and Economic Development via  email at […]

Health Public Hearing

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Health will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation: B22-959, the “East End Health Equity Act of 2018” B22-924, the “Program of All-Inclusive for the Elderly Establishment Act of 2018” B22-960, the “Breast Density Screening and Notification Act of 2018” B22-972 the “Conversion Therapy for Consumers Under a Conservatorship or Guardianship […]

Finance & Revenue Public Hearing

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Finance & Revenue will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation: Bill 22-944, the "Sports Wagering Lottery Amendment Act of 2018"

Legislative Meeting

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

Legislative Meeting

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Education Public Oversight Hearing

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Education will hold a Public Oversight Hearing on the following Matter: Issues Facing District of Columbia Youth Youth, aged 21 and younger, who wish to testify may sign-up online athttp://bit.do/educationhearinus or call the Committee on Education at (202) 724-8061 by 5:00p.m. Thursday. October 11.2018 and provide their name, age, telephone number, school (if […]

Education Public Roundtable

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Education will hold a Public Roundtable on the following Matter: PR22-1029, the "Public Charter School Board Lea Crusey Confirmation Resolution of 2018” Those who wish to testify may sign-up online at http://bit.do/educationhearings or call the Committee on Education at (202) 724-8061 by 5:00pm Thursday. October IL 2018. Persons wishing to  testify are […]

Health Public Oversight Hearing

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Health will hold a Public Oversight Hearing on the following Matter: “The Department of Health’s Role in Approving Providence Hospital’s Proposed Elimination of Acute Care Services and the Impact on the District’s Emergency Health Care System” The Committee invites the public to testify at the hearing. Those who wish to testify should […]

Legislative Meeting

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

Legislative Meeting

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

Additional Committee of the Whole Meeting.

Government Operations Meeting

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Government Operations will hold a Meeting on the following Legislation: B22-0160, the "Digital Literacy Council Establishment Act of 2017" B22-0318, the "Office on African American Affairs Establishment Act of 2017"

Transportation & Environment & Judiciary & Public Safety Public Roundtable

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Transportation & Environment & the Committee on Judiciary & Public Safety will hold a Public Roundtable on the following Matter: “Implementation of the Vision Zero Initiative and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Amendment Act of 2016” The Committee invites the public to testify or to submit written testimony, which will be made […]

Transportation and the Environment Meeting

Wilson Building Room 500 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Committee on Transportation and the Environment will hold a Meeting on the following Legislation: PR22-73, Opposition to the Revocation or Suspension of Drivers' Licenses of Individuals Convicted of Drug Offenses Resolution of 2017 B22-67, Operator's Permit and Drug Offense Amendment Act of 2017 B22-70, Emissions Inspection Amendment Act of 2017 B22-118, DMV Services Amendment […]