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Library Shops

| June 5, 2013
The Superintendent of the Library of Congress Buildings and Grounds, under the direction of the Architect of the Capitol, is responsible for the day-to-day structural, mechanical, electrical and vertical transportation care of the Library of Congress Buildings and Grounds. This includes the

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Senate Work Request

| March 21, 2013
When accessing the Senate Work Request Application, you will be asked to login to the with your unique User ID and Password. Once logged in, your personal inbox displays all requests you have entered with the status of each request. From your Inbox you can: Review details of a work request Click on

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National Statuary Hall Collection By Location

By Sarah Davis
| November 14, 2012
Statues are currently located in National Statuary Hall, the Capitol Visitor Center, the Crypt, the Hall of Columns, the Rotunda and various areas throughout the House and Senate wings of the Capitol. This list sorts the statues by their location in the U.S. Capitol building.
Person in front of the United States of America flag.

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Sherri D. Jordan

By Sarah Davis
| July 26, 2012
The Chief Financial Officer oversees the Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) billion-dollar budget as well as provides stewardship over its financial resources that sustain the financial operation needs of the offices/jurisdictions and central services of the AOC.
Painted portrait of Edward Clark, Fifth Architect of the Capitol.

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Edward Clark

| June 9, 2012
Appointed August 30, 1865; Died in office, January 6, 1902 Edward Clark was appointed Architect of the Capitol Extension in 1865 to fill the vacancy caused by Thomas U. Walter's resignation. Under way for over 14 years, the interior of the U.S. Capitol extension was at this point complete, and only

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Privacy Statement

By Sarah Davis
| March 13, 2012
For site management, the following usage information is collected for statistical purposes about your visit to AOC.gov: the name of the Internet domain from which you access AOC.gov and the date and time that you access the site. If you choose to provide us with personal information in an e-mail

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Image Terms of Use

By Sarah Davis
| March 10, 2012
When any of the AOC's images are used in print or electronic publications, the photographic credit line should read "Architect of the Capitol." If an image requires additional use permission, a note to that effect appears on the relevant download page. These images may not be used in any way that

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Service Requests

By Lori Taylor
| February 23, 2012
Employees on Capitol Hill can contact their Architect of the Capitol jurisdiction's office to submit service requests using the information below.
Painting.

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Hispanic Culture in Art

By Sarah Davis
| February 13, 2012
This list includes works in the collections under the care of the Architect of the Capitol, U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate, and is not exhaustive.

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Native American Representation in Art

By Sarah Davis
| February 12, 2012
This list includes works in the collections under the care of the Architect of the Capitol, U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate, and is not exhaustive.
Sculpture with three faces.

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Women in Art

By Sarah Davis
| February 12, 2012
This list includes works in the collections under the care of the Architect of the Capitol, U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate, and is not exhaustive.
Black and white photo.

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History of the U.S. Capitol Building

By Sarah Davis
| February 9, 2012
The history of the United States Capitol Building begins in 1793. Since then, the U.S. Capitol has been built, burnt, rebuilt, extended and restored. The Capitol that we see today is the result of several major periods of construction; it stands as a monument to the ingenuity, determination and
Bronze bust on a pedestal.

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African Americans in Art

By Sarah Davis
| February 9, 2012
This list includes works in the collections under the care of the Architect of the Capitol, U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate, and is not exhaustive.

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Doing Business with AOC

By Sarah Davis
| February 9, 2012
The AOC has a wide range of procurement opportunities, including construction projects, architect-engineer contracts, supplies, services and information technology (IT) including telecommunications. These contract opportunities are advertised. Overview The Architect of the Capitol uses a wide
Person standing next to a sculpture.

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Women Artists

By Sarah Davis
| February 9, 2012
Women Artists with Works of Art in the U.S. Capitol and Legislative Buildings
Exterior of a building.

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Cannon Renewal Project FAQs

By Sarah Davis
| February 9, 2012
The Cannon House Office Building is the oldest office building on the Capitol campus, dating back to 1908. After a long-term effort, the Cannon Building is undergoing a top-to-bottom renewal scheduled to conclude in 2025.

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Cannon Renewal Project Overview

By Sarah Davis
| February 9, 2012
The Cannon House Office Building, the oldest Congressional office building outside of the Capitol Building, was in need of a complete renewal.
Cover Image: A LEGACY OF SUSTAINABILITY. THE ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL'S REPORT ON ENERGY AND CONSERVATION, JUNE 2021.

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Report on Energy and Conservation

By Sarah Davis
| February 9, 2012
The AOC's practices in the design, construction, maintenance and preservation of our nation's cultural assets epitomize sustainable development. We believe that sustainable buildings can be maintained indefinitely and represent the potential for significant resource conservation. The AOC focuses on

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Capitol Flag Program

By Sarah Davis
| February 9, 2012
The Architect of the Capitol fulfills all flag requests from members of the United States Senate and the House of Representatives. Flags are flown daily year-round, weather permitting, excluding Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Person in front of the United States of America flag.

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Aaron D. Altwies

By Sarah Davis
| January 7, 2012
The Chief Security Officer is responsible for the agency's security programs and infrastructure, interagency emergency preparedness, continuity of operations, and the management and operation of the buildings, grounds and security enhancements supporting the U.S. Capitol Police.
Person in front of the United States of America flag.

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Telora Dean

By Sarah Davis
| January 7, 2012
The Chief Administrative Officer is responsible for providing administrative and business support and overseeing the following AOC organizations: AOC University; Curator Division; Equal Employment Opportunity Division; Human Capital Management Division; Information Technology Division; Office

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Accessibility Services

By Sarah Davis
| January 6, 2012
The Office of Congressional Accessibility Services (OCAS) provides a variety of services for individuals with disabilities.

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Small Business Opportunities

By Sarah Davis
| January 5, 2012
The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) has its own unique procurement authority, separate from the Competition in Contracting Act and other laws affecting the Executive Branch, and is not authorized by law to use the Small Business Act for subcontracting plans or set-aside programs. However, the AOC's

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Procurement Methods

By Sarah Davis
| January 5, 2012
GSA Federal Supply Schedule Contracts One of the methods used by the AOC for acquiring goods and services is from vendors that have been awarded a General Services Administration Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contract. Many of the supplies and services needed by the AOC are available on FSS
John F. Kennedy lying in state November 24-25, 1963.

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Lying in State or in Honor

By Sarah Davis
| January 5, 2012
The U.S. Capitol has been considered the most suitable place for the nation to pay final tribute to its most eminent citizens by having their remains lay in state (in the case of government officials and military officers) or in honor (in the case of private citizens).
Fireworks during the July 4th concert on the U.S. Capitol's West Front Lawn in 2009.

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Concerts at the U.S. Capitol

By Sarah Davis
| January 5, 2012
National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) Series The NSO performs three starlight concerts annually on the West Front lawn of the U.S. Capitol. These concerts are sponsored by Congress and the Secretary of the Interior, and are held in observance of: Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day For full details

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Awards

By Sarah Davis
| January 5, 2012
The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) strives to perform all work at a high level of excellence and has been recognized for its efforts through many awards. These awards are highlighted here at the end of each fiscal year.
The U.S. Capitol with flags for a presidential inauguration.

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Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol

By Sarah Davis
| January 5, 2012
The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) erects the inaugural platform, sets up the necessary seating and fencing on the grounds, and coordinates other activities with the Joint Congressional Committee on the Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC) regarding all of the physical arrangements that are necessary to
Building under construction.

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History of Capitol Hill

By Sarah Davis
| January 5, 2012
In accordance with the "Residence Act" passed by Congress in 1790, President Washington in 1791 selected the area that is now the District of Columbia to serve as the nation's capital. French engineer Pierre Charles L'Enfant was charged with planning the new city of Washington. He located the U.S

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Application Process

By Sarah Davis
| January 5, 2012
The Architect of the Capitol Talent Acquisition and Classification Branch (TAC) issues vacancy announcements for job opportunities that are filled through a competitive process. Vacancy announcements are posted daily Monday through Friday through the AOC's electronic application system. The vacancy

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