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With its gnarly, flaky light bark, thorny zig-zag branches and grapefruit-sized green pimply fruit, the Osage orange tree appears on the U.S. Capitol Grounds largely as a specimen tree with exotic interest. Native to the Plains region of the United States, Osage orange has a long history of use by
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Although no official records exist of the origination of the U.S. Capitol jujubes, it is believed that the current specimens originated from the founding U.S. Botanic Garden collection gathered during the Charles Wilkes expedition from 1838-1842. Olmsted used many exotic species in his designs
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There are three original tulip trees still living on the U.S. Capitol campus today. About the Olmsted Originals Landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted 's 1874 General Plan for the U.S. Capitol Grounds sought to create a setting to accentuate the monumentality of the Capitol Building
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There is one original northern red oak tree still living on the U.S. Capitol campus today. About the Olmsted Originals Landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted 's 1874 General Plan for the U.S. Capitol Grounds sought to create a setting to accentuate the monumentality of the Capitol Building
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The bur oak is a species in the white oak group, native to eastern and central North America typically growing in open sites in the open prairie. It is a long-lived tree growing slowly to 70' to 80' in height and spread at maturity with a large diameter trunk. Leaves are shaped like a fiddle
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There are three original American linden trees still living on the U.S. Capitol campus today. About the Olmsted Originals Landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted 's 1874 General Plan for the U.S. Capitol Grounds sought to create a setting to accentuate the monumentality of the Capitol Building
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There is one original smoothleaf elm tree still living on the U.S. Capitol campus today. About the Olmsted Originals Landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted 's 1874 General Plan for the U.S. Capitol Grounds sought to create a setting to accentuate the monumentality of the Capitol Building
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There are two original American elm trees still living on the U.S. Capitol campus today. About the Olmsted Originals Landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted 's 1874 General Plan for the U.S. Capitol Grounds sought to create a setting to accentuate the monumentality of the Capitol Building
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There are two original American beech trees still living on the U.S. Capitol campus today. About the Olmsted Originals Landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted 's 1874 General Plan for the U.S. Capitol Grounds sought to create a setting to accentuate the monumentality of the Capitol Building
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Known for its fan-shaped leaves that turn from bright green in the summer to bright yellow in the fall, the ginkgo's earliest leaf fossils date back 270 million years. The ginkgo drops its leaves at the same time creating a solid yellow carpet under the tree. There are six original ginkgo trees
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There is one original horse chestnuet tree still living on the U.S. Capitol campus today. About the Olmsted Originals Landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted 's 1874 General Plan for the U.S. Capitol Grounds sought to create a setting to accentuate the monumentality of the Capitol Building
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At the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), the Capitol Grounds and Arboretum team works hard to promote green and sustainable practices around the Capitol campus.
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The Acting Director of the Office of Safety and Code Compliance at the Architect of the Capitol leads agency efforts to provide a world-class safety culture, reduce injuries, and ensure compliance with safety, fire and environmental regulations.
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Located on the West Front grassy area near First Street, NW, and Garfield Circle.
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Angela Addison Freeman is the General Counsel for the Architect of the Capitol (AOC). As General Counsel, she leads a dynamic legal team that provides advice and counsel on matters involving appropriations and fiscal law, agency policies, construction and service contracts, employee relations and
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Text of the Plaque U.S. Capitol Grounds Commemorative Tree Acer saccharum 'Legacy' (Legacy Sugar Maple) Sponsored by: The Wisconsin Congressional Delegation To Honor The People of Wisconsin Dedicated on April 17, 2024
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The Chief of Staff supports the staff in driving the agency's mission of preserving and maintaining the historic buildings and grounds across the Capitol campus. They work to forge strong relationships with other legislative branch agencies to help the AOC in providing quality customer service to
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Director of Legislative and Public Affairs oversees the agency's strategic communications and interactions with Congress, agency employees, the media and the public. He is responsible for the development of congressional testimony, reporting requirements, briefings and legislative analysis. He also
History & Discoveries
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Thomas Jefferson, inspired by skylights he saw in Paris, prevailed upon the Architect of the Capitol to include something similar in the U.S. Capitol's new chamber for the House of Representatives. However, all the skylights came to an untimely end.
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In accordance with legislation enacted in 2000, "Any State may request the Joint Committee on the Library of Congress to approve the replacement of a statue the State has provided for display in Statuary Hall" under certain conditions.
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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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An in-depth look at the evolution of women in art at the U.S. Capitol.
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On the U.S. Capitol campus, the AOC Capitol Grounds and Arboretum crew cares for groups of both Yoshino and Japanese flowering cherry trees.
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Learn more about the history of lighting this iconic building including the part of the Dome called the "tholos."
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While George Washington never actually graced the halls of the U.S. Capitol, his presence, influence and even his likeness, is everywhere including 35 pieces of art.
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Highlights include articles featuring the Architect's Citation Award winner, sustainability, summer internships and the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree.
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This winter, sections of the U.S. Capitol Grounds West Front may be open for community sledding during daylight hours (dawn to dusk). Everyone is invited to join in the fun, but we ask that you remain safe and aware of the area and of workers who are clearing snow and ice. Keep these tips in mind
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Work to stabilize façade elements at the Thurgood Marshall Federal Judiciary Building has begun.
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From carpentry and photography to clerking and gardening, the AOC internship program exposes students to a host of opportunities within the federal government.
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The Architect of the Capitol's Performance and Accountability Report for Fiscal Year 2023 is now available online.