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          Behind the ScenesArticlePassing the TorchBy Erin Courtney|March 16, 2016Greek philosopher Socrates once said, "Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel." The heritage assets managed by the Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) Curator Division document the historic moments and changing attitudes of the American people. Walking through the U.S
    History & DiscoveriesArticleArtfully Yours, James MadisonBy Erin Courtney|March 16, 2016March 16 marks the birthday of our nation's fourth president. James Madison co-wrote the Federalist papers and sponsored the Bill of Rights. To celebrate this special occasion, we are highlighting the art featuring or including Madison on the Capitol campus. The most visible homage to the "Father of
    History & DiscoveriesArticleCool Tools: A Tuning Fork?By Franklin Bradley|March 10, 2016As the temperature cooled down this winter, we asked Architect of the Capitol (AOC) employees to join a hot (and friendly) competition – AOC Cool Tools – and share the cool tools they use to get their jobs done. Every employee, in every job we do, uses tools, from a crane that lifts heavy loads to
    Behind the ScenesArticleBehind the Scenes: Senate Subway BranchBy Elizabeth Yoder|March 7, 2016The Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) Senate Subway Branch operates two subway systems to transport senators, staff and escorted visitors between the Capitol Building and the Senate office buildings . The systems operate from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and continue running until at
    Behind the ScenesArticleCelebrating Women's History MonthBy Erin Courtney|March 2, 2016During World War II, an iconic image that emerged to represent American women working in factories and shipyards while men were serving in the military, was Rosie the Riveter. The image was used to encourage women to enter the workforce to serve the war effort in factories. In 1948, three years
    History & DiscoveriesArticleThe Lion – A Mane AttractionBy Sarah Davis|March 1, 2016With its prominent mane, the lion has long been a symbol in art and architecture representing royalty, stateliness and bravery. Through these appearances in paintings, sculpture and ornamental adornment to buildings, the "king of the jungle" often finds itself out of the wild and in more urban areas
    History & DiscoveriesArticleHonoring Black History MonthBy Andrew Dentamaro|February 10, 2016Initiated by Historian Carter G. Woodson in 1915, National African American History Month, also known as Black History Month, marks a time to celebrate and reflect upon the role that African Americans have played in shaping the course of our country's history. The compelling account of physical
    Public NoticeArticleFlowers Stink... but not to the Helen Hayes AwardsBy USBG Staff|February 2, 2016Kennedy Center Musical Co-commissioned with the United States Botanic Garden Nominated The Helen Hayes Awards announced the 2016 nominees for excellence in professional theatre on February 1. The Kennedy Center musical, Flowers Stink , which was co-commissioned with the U.S. Botanic Garden
    Behind the ScenesArticleFocusing on Safety First at the Largest Library in the WorldBy Erin Courtney|January 30, 2016In 1800, the Joint Committee on the Library—the oldest continuous Joint Committee of the U.S. Congress—was established and the Library of Congress was created. At that time, Congress appropriated a small amount of money to begin buying reference books. The city of Washington, D.C. was in its infancy
    Doing GoodArticleRising to the Challenge: Elevator Mechanic Challenges StudentsBy Laura Condeluci|January 27, 2016For the past six years, Paul Miller, Elevator Mechanic Supervisor, has called on his experience with elevators at the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) to create an elevator training program for freshmen at the Phelps Architecture, Construction and Engineering High School (Phelps). It's one way Miller
    Public NoticeArticleThe Big DigBy AOC Staff|January 25, 2016Throughout the historic storm, approximately 350 AOC employees worked around-the-clock . High winds and the vast amount of snow slowed progress on Saturday, but clear skies and sunshine on Sunday and Monday provided the perfect weather for the big dig. The AOC operated more than 100 pieces of snow
    Doing GoodArticleMentoring Comes Full CircleBy Laura Condeluci|January 20, 2016When Barron Dill ( pictured above, second from right ) was in college, he had the opportunity through his scholarship program to be mentored by professionals in the engineering field. It was an experience that deeply impacted him and led to his decision to serve as a mentor himself in college. He
    ProjectSupreme Court Façade Restoration - West|April 13, 2012The 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
    ProjectStatue of Freedom ConservationBy Lori Taylor|March 27, 2012The Statue of Freedom is regularly maintained to keep it in good condition.
    ProjectsArticleRecasting Missing Parts of the Grant MemorialBy Michele Cohen, Ph.D.|January 7, 2016New pieces for the Grant Memorial are being cast in a Philadelphia foundry under the watchful eye of the conservator and the Architect of the Capitol team. On a recent visit, AOC employees observed the casting process in action, including the dramatic moment when the molten bronze is poured.
    Behind the ScenesArticleLet it Snow... We're Ready!By Erin Courtney|January 6, 2016Every fall, the AOC begins preparing snow equipment and reviewing the essential personnel snow response plans for the U.S. Capitol. Find out more and learn fun facts, like the coldest area of campus.
    ProjectCogeneration at the Capitol Power PlantBy Lori Taylor|March 21, 2012At 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
    History & DiscoveriesArticleAround the ClocksBy Sarah Davis|December 31, 2015All eyes are on the clocks as we countdown on New Years Eve. These clocks around the Capitol campus also get plenty of attention throughout the rest of the year.
    Behind the ScenesArticle2015 Year in ReviewBy Sarah Davis|December 18, 2015This year has been one of many great moments at the Architect of the Capitol and on Capitol Hill. As 2015 comes to a close, relive some of the highlights through our photos.
    Public NoticeArticleA Welcoming Morning at the U.S. Botanic GardenBy USBG Staff|December 17, 2015The United States Botanic Garden (USBG) is a living plant museum that informs visitors about the importance, and often irreplaceable value, of plants to the earth's fragile ecosystems. To ensure access to the broadest possible audience, the USBG recently hosted its first Morning at the Museum
    ArtBusts of Vice Presidents of the United StatesBy Sarah Davis|December 3, 2015The vice president of the United States presides over the United States Senate, and the Senate honors these individuals in a collection of marble busts displayed in the U.S. Capitol. The Architect of the Capitol is responsible for working with the subject to select a sculptor, contracting with the
    Programs & EventsArticleNorthern Lights Twinkle on the West Front LawnBy Erin Courtney|December 2, 2015The mild and misty December air crackled with excitement as the Architect of the Capitol, members of Congress, congressional staff, Capitol Hill neighbors and tourists gathered on the West Front Lawn for the lighting of the Capitol Christmas Tree . The majestic Lutz spruce, selected months ago by
    Public NoticeArticleGold Environmental Excellence Award for Packard CampusBy AOC Staff|November 19, 2015The Library of Congress' Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation facility (Packard Campus) located in Culpeper, Virginia, recently received the Virginia Water Environment Association's (VWEA) Gold Environmental Excellence Award for Industrial Waste and Pretreatment.
    Programs & EventsArticleSelecting the 2015 Capitol Christmas TreeBy Ted Bechtol|October 28, 2015The Chugach National Forest stretches across south-central Alaska from Prince William Sound to the Kenai Peninsula, and was the national forest selected to provide the 2015 U.S. C apitol Christmas Tree . How do you pick just one tree from an area the size of New Hampshire? As the Superintendent of
    Public NoticeArticleHart Solar Panel System CelebratedBy AOC Staff|October 26, 2015The recently dedicated Hart Senate Office Building solar panel system is one of the largest federal systems in the Washington, D.C. area. The system furthers the Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) commitment to sustainable and cost-efficient energy reduction measures.
    History & DiscoveriesArticleMonuments Men Return to Inspire on Capitol HillBy Franklin Bradley|October 22, 2015In 2016, a Congressional Gold Medal was presented in recognition of the Monuments Men . Below highlights just a few of these heroes with their accomplishments seen on Capitol Hill, from the outside of the buildings to the rooms and artwork within. Under enemy fire, Monuments Man Roscoe DeWitt
    Behind the ScenesArticlePapal Preparation Takes TeamworkBy Erin Courtney|October 14, 2015Eight months ago, Raynell Bennett, Director of Planning, Evaluation and Operations for the U.S. Capitol , received a telephone call that would keep her office and many others throughout the capitol campus very busy. Pope Francis accepted an invitation from Speaker of the House of Representatives
    ProjectsArticleCannon Renewal Project: Best Practices In The FieldBy R.C. "Skip" Vaughn|October 9, 2015Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) R.C. "Skip" Vaughn, Capital Projects Administrator, provides a best practices example from the building utilities phase of the Cannon Renewal.
    PersonChere RexroatBy Sarah Davis|October 9, 2015As Chief Engineer, Chere Rexroat oversees the Office of the Chief Engineer (OCE). OCE manages the Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) major projects, including the execution of architecture and engineering planning and design, in-house construction, historic preservation as well as project
    Public NoticeArticleArchitect of the Capitol Recognized as Bicycle Friendly BusinessBy AOC Staff|August 26, 2015The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is now a League of American Bicyclists recognized Bronze level Bicycle Friendly Business!
    
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