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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.
    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.
    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.
    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.
    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
    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.
    ProjectHart Building Roof and Skylight ReplacementBy Matt Guilfoyle|July 7, 2014In December 2014, the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) began replacing the roof and 180 skylights and upgrading the fall protection system on the Hart Senate Office Building . The roof and skylights, which were installed in 1982, had reached the end of their useful life and, over time, had allowed
    ProjectOlmsted Terrace PreservationBy Matt Guilfoyle|April 18, 2014During the last 120 years, there has been little maintenance performed on the stone and conditions of the terrace have deteriorated. A materials condition survey found that the marble and granite is stained and damaged and requires maintenance and repairs. Repairs include deconstructing and
    ProjectBrumidi Corridors Restoration|February 12, 2014In 2017 the Architect of the Capitol completed a long-term conservation effort to restore the murals of the Brumidi Corridors on the first floor of the U.S. Capitol's Senate wing.
    ProjectCapitol Building Paint Analysis and Plaster RepairsBy AOC Staff|March 18, 2013Restoring areas of the U.S. Capitol to represent an appropriate period as determined by the curatorial community.
    ProjectDome Restoration Project|March 12, 2013The United States Capitol Dome, symbol of American democracy and world-renowned architectural icon, was constructed of cast iron more than 150 years ago. The restoration project consisted of repairing more than 1,000 cracks to make the Dome watertight and included the restoration and replacement of
    ProjectCannon Renewal|January 7, 2013The Cannon House Office Building's renewal is an example of the Architect of the Capitol's commitment to preserving our nation's history.
    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.
    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 Serve. Preserve. Inspire.

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