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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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      James Madison Memorial Building

History & Discoveries

  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.

History & Discoveries

  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.

History & Discoveries

  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.
    Blue heron carved in stone at the focal point, the central fountain, in the perimeter wall surrounding Capitol Square.

From the Architect

  Architect's Notebook: Design with Purpose
By stephen t ayers |March 15, 2017
Architect of the Capitol Stephen Ayers describes his love of birds, especially the great blue heron, and their role in the focal point of Capitol Square's perimeter wall. As one approaches the central Olmsted fountain, it's easy to sense that this is both a great place and a place of greats.
    Portrait of a person standing.

Behind the Scenes

  A Woman's Perspective: Turning Challenges into Opportunities and Personal Growth
By deatra trinidad |March 8, 2017
The AOC's Deputy Facility Manager at the United States Supreme Court Building began her engineering career path from a love of roller coasters. Now, in an effort to give back to the community, she volunteers with school robotics competitions and at STEM type expositions.
    Women are integral members of the Dome Restoration Project

Behind the Scenes

  Women's History Month: Christine A. Merdon
By erin courtney |March 8, 2017
The first female Chief Operating Officer for AOC reflects on the experiences that introduced her to extraordinary women and helped shape her management style. She serves as an inspiring example to young women interested in competing – and succeeding – in historically male-dominated fields.
    2016 carved into a column capital during the Capitol Exterior Preservation project's stone work.

History & Discoveries

  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.
    Epicatanthe Volcano Trick Orange Fire Orchid

Programs & Events

  Take Five: The U.S. Botanic Garden
By devin dotson |December 21, 2016
Things don't slow down just because it's winter. See five reasons to explore the U.S. Botanic Garden this season, including tropical flowers like this Epicatanthe Volcano Trick Orange Fire orchid.
    Stone sculpture.

Projects

  It's About Time
By franklin bradley |December 15, 2016
Time has taken its toll on the United State Capitol's stone, but our preservation effort will restore even the finer details, hand-carved by artisans. The more complex items are being recreated by a stone carver on-site, who is carving from the same stone blocks the original craftsmen worked.
    The work of the Capitol Building's Insulation Division is as "behind the scenes" as you can get.

Behind the Scenes

  Behind the Scenes: Jack of All Trades
By erin nelson |December 8, 2016
The Capitol Building's Insulation Division is as "behind the scenes" as you can get, often working within containments to ensure the safety of those who visit and work on the U.S. Capitol campus. In addition to insulation, the shop also performs dust control and hazardous materials abatement.
    A portico of tall Corinthian columns gives the Supreme Court Building a monumental entrance.

From the Architect

  Architect's Notebook: A Progression of the Imagination
By stephen t ayers |December 5, 2016
The entry sequence and progression through spaces are carefully thought out by architects as buildings are designed. Architect of the Capitol Stephen Ayers describes how we can experience Capitol Hill's magnificent national treasures the way they were originally imagined.
    Russell Jones of the AOC Construction Division demonstrates a cool tool for applying grout to the Olmsted wall.

Behind the Scenes

  Cool Tools: Squaring Off With History
By franklin bradley |December 1, 2016
A special tool helps our stone masons repair and replace the mortar in the low stone walls lining Capitol Square.
    Two adults and two children standing in front of a plane.

Doing Good

  Modern-Day Superhero
By justin kieffer |November 17, 2016
Each one of us has the ability to learn a new skill that we are passionate about and then use that gift in ways that can help others.Each one of us has the ability to learn a new skill that we are passionate about and then use that gift in ways that can help others. This doing good story is of an AOC employee who volunteers with Angel Flight Soars, working to transport cancer patients and others to treatment centers.
    Two people walking outside.

Programs & Events

  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.
    Mural of people.

History & Discoveries

  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.
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