Stories
New & Noteworthy
Delve deeper into the stories behind the people, art, history and grounds that make up the Capitol.
Public Notice
FY 2023 Performance and Accountability Report Available
The Architect of the Capitol's Performance and Accountability Report for Fiscal Year 2023 is now available online.
History & Discoveries
Evolution of Women in Art at the U.S. Capitol
An in-depth look at the evolution of women in art at the U.S. Capitol.
Public Notice
U.S. Capitol Cherry Blossoms Map
On the U.S. Capitol campus, the AOC Capitol Grounds and Arboretum crew cares for groups of both Yoshino and Japanese flowering cherry trees.
History & Discoveries
Capitol Illumination
Learn more about the history of lighting this iconic building including the part of the Dome called the "tholos."
Behind the Scenes
Leaves On, Leaves Off: Capitol Grounds Works Through the Winter
In the bleak winter, when most Washingtonians are looking to stay indoors, the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) Capitol Grounds and Arboretum team still spends a lot of time outside.