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Improvements include a new platform climbing structure, a new vine tunnel, a new digging area, expanded seating areas and additional shade structures. Spaces to dig, explore, plant, water and care for plants remain in the updated garden.
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The Architect of the Capitol, in conjunction with the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, has completed a three-sequence restoration project to preserve the exterior envelope of the century-old building.
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Is there a prison or jail in the U.S. Capitol? Several rooms in the United States Capitol have been used at various times for the detention of offenders. They were called guard rooms, and it is not always possible to determine whether those rooms were kept strictly for custody of prisoners or were
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The stone was cleaned to remove general soil, black gypsum crusts, biological deposits and copper stains. The mortar and sealants in the joints of the marble were replaced and the non-functional bird deterrent system was replaced. General cleaning used low-pressure water and environmentally friendly
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The United States Botanic Garden and Architect of the Capitol have made improvements to provide a safe and accessible route from Bartholdi Park to the American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial and upgrade the aging infrastructure of the historic Park.
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A multi-phased project designed to address deferred maintenance, extend the life expectancy of the deteriorated stone and to replace missing elements of the U.S. Capitol Building.
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The official social media accounts of the Architect of the Capitol, U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and U.S. Botanic Garden.
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Mountains and Clouds, installed in the Hart Senate Office Building Atrium in 1986, was the last work of Alexander Calder (1898-1976), one of America's greatest twentieth-century sculptors. This sculpture, his only work with a separate mobile and stabile, consists of four organically shaped clouds
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The Ulysses S. Grant Memorial is regularly maintained to keep it in good condition.
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In December 2014, the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) began replacing the roof and 180 skylights and upgrading the fall protection system on the Hart Senate Office Building. The roof and skylights, which were installed in 1982, had reached the end of their useful life and, over time, had allowed
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To properly restore the Olmsted Terrace, a six-phased project is underway by the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) to repair the masonry at the terrace walls.
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In 2017 the Architect of the Capitol completed a long-term conservation effort to restore the murals of the Brumidi Corridors on the first floor of the U.S. Capitol's Senate wing.
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Restoring areas of the U.S. Capitol to represent an appropriate period as determined by the curatorial community.
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The United States Capitol Dome, symbol of American democracy and world-renowned architectural icon, was constructed of cast iron more than 150 years ago. The restoration project consisted of repairing more than 1,000 cracks to make the Dome watertight and included the restoration and replacement of
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The Cannon Renewal Project provides an effective workplace for the next century to serve the needs of the U.S. House of Representatives and support Congressional operations.
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The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) has completed construction related to the 2025 Inaugural Ceremonies.
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The building, designed by architect Cass Gilbert, was constructed between 1929 and 1935. The classically detailed exterior is clad with white Vermont Imperial Danby marble with bronze windows and ornamental bronze doors, railings and light fixtures. In December 2005, a modillion from the pediment
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The Statue of Freedom is regularly maintained to keep it in good condition.
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At the Capitol Power Plant we are planning for the future. Through rigorous analysis of various energy technologies and broad consultation with leading experts, we explored options for achieving future energy savings, reducing environmental impacts and maintaining a reliable source of chilled water
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Serving Congress and the Supreme Court, the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is the builder and steward of the landmark buildings and grounds of Capitol Hill. Our staff preserves and maintains the historic buildings, monuments, art and inspirational gardens on the Capitol campus.
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From Brumidi to Olmsted, our agency has a storied history of recruiting highly skilled engineers, members of the tradecrafts and administrators to preserve and enhance what the world sees as an icon of democracy and what we simply call home.
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Scroll below to find your suite number and when it will be affected, or click to jump to your floor: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 Please note: Some existing suite locations will not be returning at the conclusion of construction. These suites are marked with an asterisk (*). Subscribe to Email Alerts To sign
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Download the fact sheet. Cannon Images Download image collection. (128.6 MB, zip file) Zip file that contains high resolution images of Cannon damage. Please credit: "Architect of the Capitol" Cannon Videos Modernizing the Cannon House Office Building Historic Preservation: Cannon House Office
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The latest information on current work underway to renew the Cannon House Office Building.
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Dome Restoration 12,800 inches of cracked cast iron repaired ( 8,000 inches repaired with the "lock and stitch" and "Dutchman" techniques) 1,215 gallons of paint used to repaint the Dome - 3 layers x 405 gallons each. Final top coat color is "Dome White." 1.1 million lbs. weight of scaffold 75,000+
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With the support of Congress, the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is a strong steward of the buildings and grounds that comprise Capitol Hill.
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Phase I House Channel Lineup Congressional Cable Television System House Digital/High Definition * = Indicates that channel source is still being obtained and will not be immediately available for August roll out. Channel is reserved and we are working to provide it. Need Assistance? Contact the
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Vehicle charging in U.S. House of Representatives garages or on surface lots, in accordance with Public Law 112-170, is now available.
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Small plants are suitable for a desk top or mantle; medium plants are appropriate for a shelf or windowsill; large plants require space on a table or stand. The USBG staff will work with you to determine a suitable plant for your work environment. Our plant inventory varies by season and demand