Capitol Facts
The Frenchman who was originally slated to design the chambers for the House and Senate.
Who was Pierre L’Enfant?
Chicago's largest outdoor food festival
What is Taste of Chicago?
Zach's favorite mode of transportation
What is an electric scooter?
The president that was given a $20 speeding ticket for riding his horse and buggy too fast down a street in Washington, D.C.
Who was Ulysses S. Grant?
Country known for beer and bread consumption, gummy bears originated from here.
What is Germany?
This was intended to become the tomb of George Washington.
What was the Crypt?
This unique fact separates the Chicago River from all other rivers in the world
Why does the Chicago River flow backwards?
Family member Zach would be in our office family
Who is Grandpa Zach?
The president that dived into the Potomac River for his daily exercise routine
Who was John Quincy Adams?
What Lou Malnati's is known for in Chicago
What is deep dish pizza?
This person painted the Apotheosis of Washington
Who was Constantino Brumidi?
Famous snack cake invented in Chicago (1930)
What is a twinkie?
Zach's go to lunch
What is a PBJ?
The President that kept a 1,400 pound block of cheese in the White House
Who was Andrew Jackson?
Classic Chicago treat piled with chocolate, strawberry, Pistachio, and orange sherbet; it is a local summertime staple.
What is the original Rainbow Cone?
The war that almost destroyed the Capitol Building
What was the War of 1812?
This animal was known for becoming an alcoholic at the Lincoln Park Zoo after her zookeepers constantly gave her whiskey in 1902
Who was Alice the Elephant?
Zach's zodiac sign
What is a Virgo?
That President that was offered a Supreme Court seat but declined
Who was William Howard Taft?
Country home to the world's oldest winery, Winston Churchill came here for cognac especially
What is Armenia?
This man was the first Architect of the Capitol
Who was William Thornton?
Superhero city based off of Chicago
What is Gotham City? (Batman)
What was Zach's major in college?
What is history and political science?
The President that created the Department of Energy
Who was Jimmy Carter?
Country where bread is hung by trees + tea is always served with candy
What is Azerbaijan?