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A multi-year program ensuring hearing rooms on the Capitol campus have reliable features to support Congress’ legislative duties.
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The U.S. Capitol Grounds feature a collection of more than 4,800 trees throughout the entire 286-acre Capitol campus.
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The role of the Architect not only directs the construction of Capitol buildings but also supervises the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the entire Capitol campus.
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This two-phase project will replace the 85-year-old copper roof of the Library of Congress' John Adams Building.
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Work to stabilize façade elements at the Thurgood Marshall Federal Judiciary Building has begun.
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The preservation of heritage assets on the U.S. Capitol campus is one of the Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) core functions.
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This project replaced trees at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center (CVC) entry to recapture the historic design intent and restore the historic character and contributing features of the original Olmsted landscape within the context of the current landscape conditions.
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When the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) does not receive enough funding to pay for all maintenance and repairs required across the U.S. Capitol campus, work gets deferred due to budget constraints.
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The Architect of the Capitol's repair and renovation of the Summerhouse fountain and surrounding landscape is complete. Additional landscape improvements to the grotto and surrounding planting beds will continue into the spring of 2024.
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Find out more about the Architect of the Capitol, our employees and our work.
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Stone preservation is a top priority for the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) as nearly every building is enveloped in stone and all have problems.
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The John Adams Building Garage Repair replaced structural concrete and waterproofing to extend the life of the garage.
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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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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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Explore the U.S. Supreme Court facilities cared for by the Architect of the Capitol.
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Explore the U.S. Senate office buildings cared for by the Architect of the Capitol.
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Explore the Library of Congress facilities cared for by the Architect of the Capitol.
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Explore the U.S. Botanic Garden facilities cared for by the Architect of the Capitol.
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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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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.
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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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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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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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Learn more about the AOC's awards, memberships, affiliations and more.
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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.
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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.
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The Architect of the Capitol is both the name of the U.S. legislative branch agency responsible for the maintenance of the Capitol campus and the title for the leader of the agency.
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We support our prestigious occupants in their critical mission to govern our country. We fulfill the journey of visitors from across our nation and around the world to celebrate and discover the center and symbol of American democracy. Our internal and external services are equally essential in the
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Learn more about the work Architect of the Capitol employees do in various trades.
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Explore the U.S. House of Representatives office buildings cared for by the Architect of the Capitol.