Architect of the Capitol | U.S. Capitol Building | Serving Congress and the Supreme Court, preserving the U.S. Capitol Building and other buildings on Capitol Hill.

Since 1793 the buildings and grounds on Capitol Hill have continued to grow to meet the needs of Congress.

Painted in 1865 by Constantino Brumidi, the Apotheosis of Washington in the eye of the Capitol Rotunda depicts George Washington rising to the heavens in glory, flanked by female figures representing Liberty and Victory/Fame and surrounded by six groups of figures. The fresco is suspended 180 feet above the Rotunda floor and covers an area of 4,664 square feet.

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National Statuary Hall Collection

View the statues in this collection donated by individual states to honor persons notable in their history.

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