News & Notices

Articles include spotlights on Senate and House shops, a project update on the Russell Building's courtyard, a feature on the Statue of Freedom and more.

When a section of the United States Capitol Grounds opens on the West Front for community sledding during daylight hours (dawn to dusk), everyone is invited to join in the fun, but we ask that you remain safe and aware of the area and of workers who are clearing snow and ice.

This exhibit features model trains, poinsettias, holiday decor and landmarks made from plants.

These November events are free and open to the public.

Articles include a highlight on a new agriculture exhibit at the U.S. Botanic Garden, a behind the scenes look at the Capitol Power Plant, an update on light fixture restoration in the Cannon House Office Building and more.

Architect of the Capitol J. Brett Blanton testified May 11 in front of the Subcommittee on Legislative Branch, Committee on Appropriations, United States Senate.

Articles include a feature on energy savings, an employee highlight on the U.S. Botanic Garden, a cool tool for our U.S. Capitol Grounds team and more.

The "Sammies" are the premier awards program honoring excellence and innovation in federal service.

Located near First Street, SW, across from the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory on the Capitol campus.

The United States Botanic Garden (USBG) Conservatory reopened to the public today, April 1, marking a full reopening of all areas of the USBG.

Two trees, Fagus grandifolia (American Beech) and Styphnolobium japonicum (Japanese pagoda), will be removed for safety reasons this spring.

The U.S. Capitol Grounds has successfully "branched out" as a significant arboretum — its accreditation was recently increased from Level II to Level III by ArbNet.