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Peeking Through the Draperies of National Statuary Hall
A short history of this significant space's special fabric.
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Capitol Lyrics: "America the Beautiful"
The lyrics of this patriotic song are found easily at the U.S. Capitol.
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A Hallowed Figure in American Art and Culture: the Bald Eagle
The bald eagle is painted, sculpted and carved throughout the Capitol campus. Its white head, wide wingspan and gnarled talons are ubiquitous.
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Unearthing Capitol Hill's Buried History
Visit Congressional Cemetery and discover the many connections the Architect of the Capitol has to this hallowed ground.
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I was priveleged to have a "DOME" tour. Access granted by invitation from a House Representative or Senator. Amazing experience to see the Apotheosis of George Washington up close, the acoustics are awesome at the top. Also got to stand out under Statue of Freedom and see the view of DC from the center of our Nations Capitol building.
Finally, facts about the "General Vestibule". I`ve worked in this building for over 35 years, even been a part of the Labor room employees team responsible for the bringing "The Lincoln catafalque" to the Rotunda. The catafalque was stored in the area directly below the compass in the Crypt floor and we carried it from there, on our shoulders, to the second floor for the ceremony its always been honor to perform that task.
Thanks for the information. I never knew that part of the history of the building. The Rotunda was an impressive sight during my visit to the building in 1980.I never made it to the Crypt.
I love reading and hearing stories like this about our great nation's history!
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