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Map illustration of John Adam's route: 1. Philadelphia 2. Downingtown 3. Lancaster 4. York 5. Frederick 6. Rockville 7. Georgetown *. Final Destination: Washington, D.C.
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John Adams' Carriage Ride to Washington, D.C., in 1800

By Franklin Bradley
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President John Adams issued a letter to all federal agencies on May 15, 1800, directing the "removal of the public offices, clerks and papers" from the capital city of Philadelphia. In that single sentence, Adams started the final move of the U.S. government to its permanent home, the newly created
One of the four Olmsted lanterns on the west side of the U.S. Capitol Grounds, restored in 2020.
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Olmsted Lanterns Restoration

By Kate Holder
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The large bronze and glass lanterns are mounted on stately sandstone piers with intricately carved sandstone caps.
View of the U.S. Capitol during Sunrise in January 2019.
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U.S. Capitol Clean-up

By AOC Staff
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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.
View of the north congressional stand under construction for the 2021 inauguration.
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By the Numbers: Presidential Inauguration 2021

By Erin Nelson
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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.
Congressional Cemetery in Washington, D.C.
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Honoring the U.S. Capitol Guides Buried in Congressional Cemetery

By Blake Lindsey
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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.
Sequester Team Leader Ladislaus “Dave” Jagoda in front of the cogeneration system at the Capitol Power Plant
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Capitol Power Plant Employees Power Through the Pandemic

By Kate Holder
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Showing Incredible Dedication in Uncertain Circumstances
Charles “Buddy” Greenwell III in front of “The Box.”
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Cool Tools: "The Box"

By Kate Holder
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What Began as a Demonstration for Kids Is Now a Unique Training Tool
Children pick beans in the Bruno Vegetable Garden at Birmingham Botanical Gardens in Alabama.
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U.S. Botanic Garden Helps Urban Agriculture Programs at 28 Public Gardens Affected by COVID-19

By Devin Dotson
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Access to Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Is All the More Important During the Pandemic
Benjamin Henry Latrobe was the second Architect of the Capitol, first hired in 1803 by President Thomas Jefferson.
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Benjamin Henry Latrobe's Capitol Contributions

By Kate Holder
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Benjamin Henry Latrobe, the second Architect of the Capitol, is considered by many to be the "father of American architecture." Latrobe was one of the first fully trained architects in America; he helped popularize Neoclassical and Greek Revival architecture in the new nation.
A small funeral for Representative Lewis was held in the Rotunda, with social distancing measures in place.
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John Lewis' Lying in State: A New Normal

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AOC Teams Adjusted to New Safety Protocols and Successfully Served This Unprecedented Event
Anthony Littlejohn completes the COVID-19 cleaning protocols for AOC vehicles.
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COVID-19 Cleaning Protocols

By Erin Nelson
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AOC Staff Put In the Work to Keep Us Safe During COVID-19
This 1873 photograph shows how the USBG's first Conservatory had grown from a single Victorian greenhouse to this large, five-part Conservatory with 14 support greenhouses.
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U.S. Botanic Garden at 200: Deeply Rooted, Branching Outward

By Devin Dotson
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For 200 years, the U.S. Botanic Garden has been showcasing plants to visitors from around the globe. Originally proposed by George Washington to establish a place for Americans to learn about useful and engaging plants.
The AOC team at the American College of the Building Arts (ACBA): Mike Miller, John McPhaul and Marvin Cortez.
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Beyond the Dome – A Visit to the American College of the Building Arts

By Kate Holder
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Last fall, hopes were raised for establishing a new, long-term source of skilled labor when AOC staff members spent a day touring the American College of the Building Arts in Charleston, South Carolina.
The finished SR-253 hearing room, with the ceiling and plaster reliefs repainted to appear like carved stone, which is truer to the architects' original intention.
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Before and After: Senate Hearing Room Renovation

By Elizabeth Yoder
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The Senate Office Buildings jurisdiction recently completed a project to restore the hearing room for the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation (SR-253) in the Russell Senate Office Building.

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For Hill Employees

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Resources available to Capitol Hill employees including information for Architect of the Capitol jurisdiction superintendent offices, the Capitol flag program, online service requests and more.

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Senate Wing

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Explore areas of the north side of the U.S. Capitol including Brumidi Corridors, the Senate Chamber, small Senate rotunda and old Senate Chamber.

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Supreme Court

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Explore the U.S. Supreme Court facilities and grounds cared for by the Architect of the Capitol.

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Senate Office Buildings

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Explore the U.S. Senate office buildings cared for by the Architect of the Capitol.
Library of Congress interior

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Library of Congress

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Explore the Library of Congress facilities and grounds cared for by the Architect of the Capitol.
Plants in the U.S. Botanical Garden Conservatory

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U.S. Botanic Garden

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Explore the U.S. Botanic Garden facilities cared for by the Architect of the Capitol.
AOC employees discussing permit requirements during a self-inspection at the U.S. Capitol.
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Capitol Building Self-Inspections

By Erin Nelson
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The Architect of the Capitol continues to evaluate how best to keep our employees safe. One of the important ways we're advancing our safety efforts is through self-inspections, which are part of the agency's Strategic Plan.

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House Wing

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Explore areas of the south side of the U.S. Capitol including Cox Corridors, Hall of Columns, the House Chamber, National Statuary Hall and small House rotunda.

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Publications

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The Architect of the Capitol publishes a wide variety of publications to increase transparency and accountability, including congressional reports and testimony, a report on energy and conservation, and Tholos magazine.
CVC employee sewing face masks during the novel coronavirus.
Doing Good

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Capitol Visitor Center Employees Find Ways To Give

By Laura Trivers
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The coronavirus inspired many of us to wonder what, if anything, we could do to help when it seemed the needs around us were overwhelming.

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Visitor Resources

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Find out more about accessibility services, conducting official business, prohibited items, and tours and events on the U.S. Capitol campus.

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Programs & Ceremonies

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More details on events supported by the Architect of the Capitol including summer concerts, the Capitol Christmas tree, presidential inauguration, State of the Union Address, and lying in state or honor.
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History of the Architect of the Capitol

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The Architect of the Capitol's origins date to the founding of the federal capital. The Architect of the Capitol is both the name of the U.S. legislative branch agency responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the Capitol campus, as well as the title for the leader of the agency. 1790-1800 The

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Partnerships & Recognition

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Learn more about the AOC's awards, memberships, affiliations and more.

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Work With Us

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The Architect of the Capitol is a Legislative Branch agency responsible to the U.S. Congress for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of the United States Capitol complex.
Capitol Campus

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Explore the Capitol Campus

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Our mission centers on our stewardship of the structures and grounds of the nation's Capitol. We ensure every visitor to the campus experiences the grandeur of these historic treasures at their very best.