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          ProjectAdams Building Roof Replacement and Fall ProtectionBy Sarah Davis|March 27, 2024This two-phase project will replace the 85-year-old copper roof of the Library of Congress' John Adams Building.
    ProjectThurgood Marshall Façade RepairBy Sarah Davis|December 4, 2023Work to stabilize façade elements at the Thurgood Marshall Federal Judiciary Building has begun.
    ProjectHeritage Asset ConservationBy Sarah Davis|April 28, 2023The preservation of heritage assets on the U.S. Capitol campus is one of the Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) core functions.
    ProjectU.S. Capitol Visitor Center Entrance Landscape RestorationBy Sarah Davis|April 14, 2023This project replaced trees at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center (CVC) entry to recapture the historic design intent and restore the historic character and contributing features of the original Olmsted landscape within the context of the current landscape conditions.
    ProjectDeferred MaintenanceBy Sarah Davis|March 15, 2023When the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) does not receive enough funding to pay for all maintenance and repairs required across the U.S. Capitol campus, work gets deferred due to budget constraints.
    ProjectSummerhouse MaintenanceBy Sarah Davis|March 9, 2022The Architect of the Capitol's repair and renovation of the Summerhouse fountain and surrounding landscape is complete. Additional landscape improvements to the grotto and surrounding planting beds will continue into the spring of 2024.
    PersonJoseph R. DiPietro, PEBy Sarah Davis|June 11, 2021Joseph R. DiPietro is the Chief of Operations and Acting Architect of the Capitol. As Acting Architect, he leads the agency's mission to preserve and maintain the historic buildings and grounds across the Capitol campus.
    ProjectStone Preservation on the Capitol Campus|June 30, 2020Stone preservation is a top priority for the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) as nearly every building is enveloped in stone and all have problems.
    ProjectAdams Building Garage RepairBy Sarah Davis|November 19, 2019The John Adams Building Garage Repair replaced structural concrete and waterproofing to extend the life of the garage.
    PersonVinnie Ream|June 9, 2020In 1866, at the age of 18, Vinnie Ream was selected by the U.S. Congress to sculpt a memorial statue of President Abraham Lincoln. This made her the first female artist commissioned to create a work of art for the United States government. Ream had previously shown her ability to depict the
    PersonThomas Crawford|June 9, 2020Perhaps no sculptor had more influence on the appearance of the U.S. Capitol Building than Thomas Crawford (1814-1857). His sculptures are featured prominently on the exterior of the Capitol, including the Statue of Freedom, which tops the Capitol Dome . Crawford was born in New York City. He
    PersonJohn Trumbull|June 9, 2020John Trumbull was an American painter, diplomat and architect. He is noted for his four large history paintings in the Capitol Rotunda , which depict pivotal moments before, during and after the Revolutionary War. He drew upon his own experiences and the personal acquaintances that he formed during
    PersonAllyn Cox|June 9, 2020Artist Allyn Cox created murals in the U.S. Capitol over two decades from 1952 to 1972. He completed and restored the Frieze of American History and restored the Apotheosis of Washington in the Rotunda. He also designed murals for three first-floor corridors in the House wing, now called the Cox
    PersonFrederick Law Olmsted|June 9, 2020Regarded as the founder of American landscape architecture, Frederick Law Olmsted (1822–1903) is best known for designing the grounds of New York City's Central Park, the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., the Biltmore Estate in North Carolina and the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago.
    PersonConstantino Brumidi|June 9, 2020Constantino Brumidi (1805–1880) is best known for the murals he painted in the United States Capitol over a 25-year period, including the Apotheosis of Washington , the Frieze of American History and the walls of the Brumidi Corridors . He also designed and executed murals for several other rooms
    PersonMontgomery C. Meigs|June 9, 2020While Thomas U. Walter is credited as the architect of the Capitol Dome, his world-renowned design could not have been accomplished without Montgomery C. Meigs. Captain Montgomery Cunningham Meigs (May 3, 1816 – January 2, 1892) was a career United States Army officer, civil engineer, construction
    PersonBenjamin Brown French|June 9, 2020During his time as Commissioner of Public Buildings, he played a role in extending the U.S. Capitol and building the Capitol Dome. He also oversaw a number of historical events including the Gettysburg Address and the funeral of Abraham Lincoln. Benjamin Brown French was born September 4, 1800, in
    ProjectExhibition Hall RenovationsBy Sarah Davis|February 19, 2019The U.S. Capitol Visitor Center is redesigning Exhibition Hall. Visitors will encounter a dynamic and educational environment that will to inform, involve and inspire them about Congress' role in the democratic process.
    PersonJ. Brett Blanton|June 9, 2019Nominated December 9, 2019; Confirmed by the U.S. Senate December 20, 2019; Term ended February 13, 2023. In his role as Architect of the Capitol, Mr. Blanton was responsible for facilities maintenance and operation of the historic U.S. Capitol Building , the care and improvement of more than 570
    ProjectConservatory Façade and Roof RestorationBy Sarah Davis|April 3, 2017Aside from a modest addition at the rear of the building, the historic USBG Conservatory exterior remains unchanged from its 1933 appearance. It contains two courtyard gardens and 10 garden rooms under glass, totaling 28,944 square feet of growing space, and also has two exhibit galleries.
    ProjectChildren's Garden ImprovementsBy Sarah Davis|March 13, 2017Improvements include a new platform climbing structure, a new vine tunnel, a new digging area, expanded seating areas and additional shade structures. Spaces to dig, explore, plant, water and care for plants remain in the updated garden.
    ProjectRussell Exterior Envelope ProjectBy Sarah Davis|November 3, 2016The Architect of the Capitol, in conjunction with the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, has completed a three-sequence restoration project to preserve the exterior envelope of the century-old building.
    PersonStephen T. Ayers, FAIA, LEED AP|June 9, 2018Nominated February 24, 2010; Confirmed by the U.S. Senate May 12, 2010; Retired November 23, 2018. On February 24, 2010, President Barack Obama nominated Stephen T. Ayers to serve as the 11th Architect of the Capitol . On May 12, 2010, the United States Senate, by unanimous consent, confirmed Mr
    ProjectSupreme Court Façade Restoration - North, South and EastBy Sarah Davis|March 29, 2016The stone was cleaned to remove general soil, black gypsum crusts, biological deposits and copper stains. The mortar and sealants in the joints of the marble were replaced and the non-functional bird deterrent system was replaced. General cleaning used low-pressure water and environmentally friendly
    ProjectBartholdi Park ImprovementsBy Sarah Davis|December 8, 2015The United States Botanic Garden and Architect of the Capitol have made improvements to provide a safe and accessible route from Bartholdi Park to the American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial and upgrade the aging infrastructure of the historic Park.
    ProjectAccessible Pathway for the Capitol CampusBy Sarah Davis|April 17, 2015The Architect of the Capitol's work to improve the accessible pathway for the Capitol campus and meet standards set by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Work around the House, Senate and Library buildings is complete.
    ProjectCapitol Exterior Preservation - Stone and MetalBy Sarah Davis|April 13, 2015Work includes cleaning of the stone and pediment sculpture, replacement of the mortar and sealants at all of the stone joints, treatment of the carved stone and pediment sculpture, replacement of stone where elements are missing or cannot be repaired, and replacement of the bird deterrent systems
    PersonAlan M. Hantman, FAIA|June 1, 2017Nominated January 6, 1997; Retired February 4, 2007. Alan M. Hantman, FAIA, was appointed Architect of the Capitol for a 10-year term in 1997 and was the first Architect of the Capitol to undergo confirmation according to new procedures established by legislation in 1989. As Architect of the Capitol
    ProjectStructural Analysis of Calder's Mountains and CloudsBy Sarah Davis|December 22, 2014Mountains and Clouds , installed in the Hart Senate Office Building Atrium in 1986, was the last work of Alexander Calder (1898-1976), one of America's greatest twentieth-century sculptors. This sculpture, his only work with a separate mobile and stabile, consists of four organically shaped clouds
    ProjectGrant Memorial ConservationBy Sarah Davis|September 10, 2014The Ulysses S. Grant Memorial is regularly maintained to keep it in good condition.
    
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