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Ronald Reagan Building, Washington, D.C., draped in black and displaying the former president's photograph shortly after he died on June 5, 2004
The Ronald Reagan Building

The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center is a very large building in Washington, D.C.. It's a place where the government works, but it also helps with international trade. This building first opened its doors on May 8, 1998.

It is named after Ronald Reagan, who used to be the President of the United States. This building is special because it was the first government building in Washington, D.C., designed for both official government use and for private events and businesses. It's also the second biggest government building in the entire Washington Metropolitan Area. Inside the building, you can even see a piece of the famous Berlin Wall.

About the Ronald Reagan Building

The Ronald Reagan Building is more than just an office space. It's a hub for global business and government activities. It helps connect people and countries through trade and events.

What's Inside?

The building has many different areas. There are offices for government agencies, but also spaces for private companies. It has big meeting rooms, a food court, and even shops. It's a very busy place where many people work and visit every day.

A Piece of History: The Berlin Wall

One of the most interesting things inside the building is a piece of the Berlin Wall. This wall used to divide East and West Berlin in Germany. It was a symbol of the Cold War. Having a piece of it in the Ronald Reagan Building reminds people of important moments in history and the idea of freedom.

Images for kids

  • 13th & C Sts., NW (demolished) (4476082113) (3)

    Bethany Chapel in a drawing from the 8/15/03 Post. A mission of New York Avenue Presbyterian Church, it was built in 1874 and appears to have been razed for the construction of Federal Triangle.

  • Ronald Reagan Bld

    The 14th Street NW facade of the Ronald Reagan Building in 2006.

  • CommonArea ReaganBldg DC

    Atrium

  • LobbyReaganBldg

    Lobby

  • TetrahedralSkylight,ReaganBldg

    Tetrahedral skylight

  • Eateries and diner, Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center

    Food court with diner

  • Ronald Reagan Building, under construction in the 1990s in Washington, D.C.

    Under construction

  • Berlin Wall Segment at Ronald Reagan Building 2010

    The building houses a segment of the Berlin Wall.

See also

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