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View of a walkway and benches on the U.S. Capitol Grounds.History & DiscoveriesTop 5 Spots to Enjoy Spring on the Capitol CampusSpring in Washington, D.C., is one of the most beautiful times to visit the nation's capital. Learn about five beautiful, and less known spots, to enjoy the warm weather near the U.S. Capitol.Read the Story

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      A skylight allows natural light to fill the hallway once occupied by a courtyard at the U.S. Capitol.

History & Discoveries

  Then & Now: U.S. Capitol Courtyards
By erin nelson |July 19, 2017
A look back at the transformation of the courtyards that once existed on the U.S. Capitol's West Front. Originally, they had provided natural light and ventilation to the basement but, as the need for more space materialized, they became meeting rooms, offices and connecting hallways.
    A view of the Capitol after the British burning on the 24th August 1814.

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  Fires, Flight, Flag: The Story of the Star-Spangled Banner
By franklin bradley |June 14, 2017
When British troops burned the U.S. Capitol and White House during the War of 1812, three lesser-known elements of American history came together.
    Ducklings using the special duck ramps at the Capitol Reflecting Pool.

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  Three Quacks for Union Square Duck Ramps
By erin courtney |May 15, 2017
Since its completion, the Capitol Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C, has been a popular attraction – for ducks and humans! See the ramps developed to safely and effectively assist ducklings climbing out of the pool or returning to it once out of the water.
    Lunette above a door of the modern-day Senate Committee on Foreign Relations.

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  Artfully Yours, Benjamin Franklin
By erin courtney |April 17, 2017
Benjamin Franklin remains one of the most celebrated figures in American history. From birth to death, Franklin led a complex and interesting life. The many pieces of art in the United States Capitol Building that include his image reflect his immense impact on our nation's development.
    Senate Park Fountain

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  By the Numbers: Senate Fountain
By andrew dentamaro |April 12, 2017
One of the overlooked gems on Washington D.C.'s Capitol Hill, the Senate fountain, is nestled between Union Station and the U.S. Capitol, atop the Senate upper park. The hexagonal granite fountain operated for the first time in July 1932 and is designed with many unique features.
    James Madison Memorial Building

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  Then & Now: Madison Building
By franklin bradley |April 5, 2017
A look back at the founding of the James Madison Memorial Building.
    Preparation for spring on Capitol grounds.

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  Falling Into Spring
By erin courtney |March 29, 2017
Spring is the season of new beginnings when the Earth seems to come to life again. But it is the year-round planning, preparation and hard work of the Capitol Grounds team that ensures buds bloom, vibrant colors delight and fragrant flowers excite the senses on Capitol Hill.
    One of 330 Capitol Hill elevators maintained by the AOC.

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  Historic Firsts: Capitol Hill Elevators
By erin nelson |March 23, 2017
A celebration of the passenger elevator's birthday leads to a search for the U.S. Capitol's historic first elevator. Follow along as we investigate through clues from the archives including correspondence in the 1870s, records, books, floor plans and other reports.
    2016 carved into a column capital during the Capitol Exterior Preservation project's stone work.

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  A Sweet 2016
By sarah davis |December 29, 2016
This past year has been filled with many sweet moments around the Capitol campus. Here are 10 that stand out.
    Mural of people.

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  Capitol Discovery
By erin courtney |October 7, 2016
It's been more than 500 years since Christopher Columbus sailed the ocean blue. See how his 15th century journey was depicted by 19th century artists in art throughout the U.S. Capitol, including frescoes by Brumidi, a sandstone relief and the bronze the Columbus Doors by Randolph Rogers.
    Triangle shaped sculpture.

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  New Perspective, New Discoveries: A Close-up Look at Crawford's Progress of Civilization
By michele cohen |September 28, 2016
We have made some interesting discoveries about the details of the sculptures and the sources of some of the depicted figures; we discovered and solved a few puzzles, and we also came across a few mysteries that we're still working on (and we'd welcome your help!).
    Sculpture of three people.

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  Letters and Numbers Abound
By erin courtney |September 1, 2016
A variety of letters and numbers appear on buildings or in art work on Capitol Hill.
    A room with a portrait, chair and clock.

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  Artfully Yours, Alexander Hamilton
By erin courtney |July 11, 2016
With the recent Kennedy Center announcement that the award-winning musical "Hamilton" is coming to Washington, D.C., the options to explore and experience one of our Founding Fathers in our nation's capital has never been better.
    A structure and a tree.

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  5 Original Olmsted Trees
By andrew dentamaro |July 7, 2016
There are currently about 890 trees surrounding the immediate Capitol Building on Capitol Square and more than 4,300 trees throughout the entire 274-acre Capitol Grounds. Some of the most majestic and unmistakable trees on campus were planted during the Frederick Law Olmsted period.
    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.
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