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Capitol Stone & Metal Preservation

Construction of scaffolding and stone preservation activities are underway on the U.S. Capitol's House Extension façades.

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Renewing the Cannon Building

The oldest House office building (dating back to 1908) is being modernized.

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Close look at a door hinge in the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building, patented Nov. 22, 1887.

Close look at a door hinge in the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building, patented Nov. 22, 1887.

Fire Egress at the Library of Congress

September 03, 2019 | by Erin Nelson

This donated orchid adds to the rich heritage and importance of the U.S. Botanic Garden's collection.

This donated orchid adds to the rich heritage and importance of the U.S. Botanic Garden's collection.

U.S. Botanic Garden Orchids Gain 600...

August 06, 2019 | by USBG Staff

The tombstone of Colonel Charles De Witt. Born 1727 - Died Aug. 27, 1787. Patriot, statesman and leader in the revolution. Voting to ratify the Declaration of Independence.

The tombstone of Colonel Charles De Witt. Born 1727 - Died Aug. 27, 1787. Patriot, statesman and leader in the revolution. Voting to ratify the Declaration of Independence.

Charles De Witt: Founding Farmer, A...

July 23, 2019 | by Franklin Bradley