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      History & Discoveries

  Keeping History in Perspective
By stephen t ayers |July 23, 2013
Stephen T. Ayers, eleventh Architect of the Capitol, remembers one of the major players in the U.S. Capitol's history: Charles Bulfinch, third Architect of the Capitol. Bulfinch was responsible for designing the U.S. Capitol's first dome, which was made of wood and copper.
    Behind the Scenes

  The Many Hats of the AOC from A to Z
By matt guilfoyle |June 10, 2013
From the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation to the Zoning Commission — the Architect of the Capitol, both individually and organizationally, has many roles that extend well beyond what most might expect.
    Elliott Woods, 6th Architect of the Capitol

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  Elliott Woods: Superintendent, Experimenter, Operatic Composer... Kazoo Player?
By kristen frederick |May 25, 2017
Described during his lifetime as hardworking and humble, our sixth Architect of the Capitol can be considered an American success story.
    History & Discoveries

  Rising High – AOC's Elevator Mechanics
By lori taylor |July 9, 2013
The Library Buildings and Grounds Elevator Division of the Architect of the Capitol runs some of the oldest elevator systems on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. Adapting to new technologies, while still maintaining antique systems, is one of the AOC elevator mechanics' unique skills.
    History & Discoveries

  Capitol Reflections: ADA and Life Safety
By laura condeluci |July 26, 2015
A look back at how life safety relates to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and what has changed on the United States Capitol campus over the past 25 years. For example, fire alarms are now required to have flashing strobe lights, in addition to an audible sound.
    Programs & Events

  Selecting the 2015 Capitol Christmas Tree
By ted bechtol |October 28, 2015
How do you pick a single tree from an area that stretches across all of south-central Alaska? AOC's Superintendent of the Capitol Grounds explores the Chugach National Forest for "the one."
    AOC's LaTisha Williams, custodial worker supervisor in the House Office Buildings Day Cleaning division.

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  Serving with Encouragement
By laura condeluci |May 16, 2018
LaTisha Williams finds and gives encouragement by serving with her community church.
    History & Discoveries

  USBG National Garden Turns 10
By devin dotson |June 21, 2016
Opened to the public on October 1, 2006, the National Garden is a key element of the USBG, along with the Conservatory and Bartholdi Park.
    Behind the Scenes

  Celebrating Women's History Month
By erin courtney |March 2, 2016
At the Architect of the Capitol, approximately 25 percent of the workforce are women who participate in a variety of jobs on the U.S. Capitol campus. Architects, lawyers, archivists, curators, engineers, gardeners, custodians, technology developers and more are all represented by female employees.
    History & Discoveries

  Monuments Men Return to Inspire on Capitol Hill
By franklin bradley |October 22, 2015
Recognizing a few of the Monuments Men with accomplishments seen on Capitol Hill, from the outside of the buildings to the rooms and artwork within.
    Two people walking outside.

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  An Idaho Gem to Grace Capitol Lawn
By ted bechtol |November 2, 2016
It can be hard to find a tree in the forest that meets all of the Capitol Christmas Tree criteria, but the Superintendent of Capitol Grounds has done it again.
    Programs & Events

  2014 Christmas Tree Selection
By ted bechtol |October 29, 2014
During beautiful summer days, AOC's Superintendent of the Capitol Grounds traveled around Chippewa National Forest in Cass Lake, Minnesota, to search for and select the perfect 2014 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. Capitol Christmas Tree. The criteria includes height, shape and other characteristics.
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  Mentoring Comes Full Circle
By laura condeluci |January 20, 2016
Volunteering at Phelps Architecture, Construction and Engineering High School in Washington, D.C., is an experience that continues to enrich lives. This story is of an AOC employee who had the opportunity to be mentored by professionals in the engineering field, and now gives back in a similar way.
    A small bust of George Washington carved into the Car of History marble chariot.

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  Architect's Notebook: A Washington Connection
By stephen t ayers |March 13, 2018
Two pieces of art featuring George Washington have a special connection to Stephen Ayers' time serving as Architect of the Capitol. One is a sculpture in the Old Senate Chamber and the other, a portrait by William Dunlap, is one of the oldest works of art in the U.S. Capitol.
    Behind the Scenes

  Teaming Up for Accessibility
By kristen frederick |June 17, 2013
See how a team of tradecrafts experts at the Architect of the Capitol transform an office in the Cannon House Office Building into a completely wheelchair-accessible suite in less than four weeks. The condensed timeframe required precise planning and coordination efforts.
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