Today, there are more than 2,000 AOC employees serving around the clock to maintain and preserve the buildings and grounds.

Tracing its beginnings to the laying of the Capitol cornerstone in 1793, the AOC is responsible for the operations and care of more than 18.4 million square feet of facilities, 570 acres of grounds and thousands of works of art. The Capitol campus is home to 30,000 daily occupants and hosts more than 3 million visitors annually.

Areas of Expertise

We serve in diverse roles applying both modern techniques and historical tradecrafts in the care and preservation of the Capitol campus.

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Projects

We must ensure every visitor to Capitol Hill experiences the grandeur of these historic treasures at their very best.

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Publications

The Architect of the Capitol publishes a wide variety of publications to increase transparency and accountability.

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Strategic Objectives

Accomplishing these initiatives is critical to laying the foundation for the AOC's long-term success and providing a governance framework that supports effective management. 

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Tulips and bronze fountains.

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Sustainability

The Architect of the Capitol has set goals for energy reduction, water conservation and waste diversion to drive continuous improvement and embed sustainability into its operations and workplace culture.

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Projects

A House for All Seasons

More than 140 years later, the Architect of the Capitol's Summerhouse still offers visitors respite. Recent maintenance efforts will help keep the site around for repeat visitors and first timers alike.
Projects

Cannon Light Fixture Restoration

While light fixtures are like jewelry to a room, they can also set a tone for the significance of the space. Naturally, they also provide illumination to enable work and safe movement.

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