Our mission: to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America’s #USCapitol and inspire memorable experiences. Architect of the Capitol employees are responsible for the operations and care of more than 18 million sq. ft. of facilities, 570 acres of grounds and thousands of works of art.
We’re determined to strengthen and showcase the foundation, facilities and functions that keep our government running, so Congress can continue to represent the American people, and the public can continue to be inspired by the seat of American democracy – for generations to come. 🇺🇸
The historic relationship between the Cannon Building and its landscape has been restored with a central green space usable for the first time since the 1950s! 💚 #CannonRenewal #PreservationMonth
Full details on today’s aoc.gov/blog (link in profile).
This (deciduous) conifer tree grows a new set of feathery needles each spring. ✨ The bald cypress is native to the Southeastern U.S, and it is also the state tree of Louisiana, which joined the Union #OTD 1812. #America250
BLOOM ALERT! Native to the mid-Atlantic, the tulip tree is the *tallest* deciduous tree in North America. We love their fragrant flowers. 🌷
Tulip trees were the second most frequently planted tree in the U.S. Capitol Grounds landscape by Frederick Law Olmsted. Their long straight trunks and fast growth created a dramatic architectural element in framing the view of the building. #WLAM
This #ArborDay, our Urban Forester takes us on an adventure around the U.S. Capitol Grounds to search for its biggest tree. Read the full story on today’s aoc.gov/blog (link in profile).🌳
🏆 Which one do you think is the winner? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6.
The statue of Thomas Jefferson in the U.S. Capitol has two books at his feet, “which refer to his expansive library, and also suggest the fact that that library was the nucleus for the Library of Congress.” 📚 #WorldBookDay #NationalLibraryWeek
In April 1864, Rep. Justin Morrill introduced legislation to convert the old House chamber into a “National Statuary Hall,” saving the historic room by giving it a new function. The collection of portrait statues now on display throughout the U.S. Capitol Building spans 150+ years of American sculpture.
Discover how careful observation can help us understand what elements contribute to a powerful and enduring statue on today’s aoc.gov/blog (link in profile). 🔗
Today our Curator, Dr. Michele Cohen, is in the Rotunda with the statue that started it all! This statue of Thomas Jefferson was the first full-length portrait statue placed in the U.S Capitol Building. 📜 #CapitolExtra #America250
