Washington, D.C. Family Fly-In

The Washington, D.C. Family Fly-In is designed to encourage civic engagement and instill a love for democracy in our Texas-24 community. This trip provides children in grades K-12 and their families with a personalized and up close experience of our nation's capital – from a nighttime tour of the U.S. Capitol building to embassy visits, a behind-the-scenes look at the legislative process, and more. We’ll showcase our nation’s rich history and iconic landmarks while introducing America’s future leaders to the inner workings of the "People's House."*

Eligibility: Families with children in grades K-12

Program Date: Spring 2026

*NOTE: Families will be responsible for travel and lodging, and our team will provide tour logistics. Tours are subject to the availability of the location. For questions, please contact our Director of Special Programs and Events, Rachel Garcia, at Rachel.Garcia@mail.house.gov.

What did we do during our 2025 Family Fly-In?

  • Welcome Reception with Congresswoman Van Duyne in the Library of Congress' Members Room
  • Legislative Reception with Congresswoman Van Duyne in the Ways and Means Committee Room
  • Night Tour of the U.S. Capitol with Congresswoman Van Duyne
  • White House Tour
  • Capitol Police K9 and Tactical Vehicle Demo
  • Educational Breakfast at the Embassy of Australia
  • Pentagon Tour
  • Media training session with leading Washington D.C. Reporter
  • Library of Congress Tour
  • Washington Monument Tour
  • FBI Tour
  • Bureau of Engraving and Printing
  • Tours of the Austrian, German, Italian, Korean, Mexican, Norwegian, Philippines, and Sweden Embassies
  • National Air and Space Museum Tour
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture Tour

2025 Highlights