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Behind the Scenes
U.S. Capitol Clean-up
The events of January 6 left most of the nation at a standstill, but Architect of the Capitol (AOC) employees immediately went to work, restoring the building and grounds to their proper condition so that Congress could safely reconvene and inaugural preparations could get back on track.
Behind the Scenes
By the Numbers: Presidential Inauguration 2021
Much goes into the presidential inauguration at the U.S. Capitol. Here are a few numbers that help set the stage for this special day.
History & Discoveries
Honoring the U.S. Capitol Guides Buried in Congressional Cemetery
Several of the men who first led tours through the U.S. Capitol are buried in Congressional Cemetery. In December 2019, a group from the Capitol Visitor Center Social Committee gathered at the cemetery to place markers on the graves of these guides and learn more about their lives.
Public Notice
Fall 2020 Issue of Tholos Magazine Now Available
Article themes and highlights include Beyond the Dome at Congressional Cemetery, Spotlight on Safety, Doing Good, a project update on the Olmsted lanterns and By the Numbers for Presidential Inauguration 2021.
Comments
It’s always interesting to see how other specialty trades perform their work. Metal roofing is a unique trade all by itself. Great work!
From a retired Pipe Fitter this is a great moment to remember the work I have done and enjoying the construction industry. The work of a Sheetmetal mechanics is hands-on plus the mental knowledge to do complex work. My hat is off to this skilled trade.
That last section was put in a year before I was born. GREAT JOB guys! I am also a Plumber/Pipe Fitter and like to see tradesman do it and do it right!
This is so cool reminds me of the time I worked for a roofing company and had to replace someones roof which hasn't been replaced in almost 100 years!_x000D_ _x000D_ -Rich
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