Architect of the Capitol (AOC)
@uscapitol
Serve | Preserve | Inspire —
Stewards of the iconic buildings and grounds of #USCapitol Hill.
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http://www.aoc.gov 21-11-2008 16:27:02
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Happy birthday, Library of Congress! 🎉
This #CoxCorridors mural depicts the Library in 1890, when it had grown to occupy almost the entire west central section of the #USCapitol building: aoc.gov/explore-capito… 📚 Librarian of Congress Spofford is shown seated at the left.
#NowHiring at Architect of the @USCapitol!
Featured jobs:
• Mechanical Engineer
• Fire Protection Engineer
• Education Specialist ( #UrbanAgriculture )
• Supervisory General Engineer
• Program Manager (Partnerships) usbotanicgarden
Details → linkedin.com/posts/architec…
The 1st floor Senate connecting corridor is being scaffolded this week as the next phase of #USCapitolPaint & Plaster Repair begins: aoc.gov/what-we-do/pro… 🎨 This project will restore the area to a color scheme replicating the decorative scheme circa 1852-1859.
Fun facts about this year's tulips on the #USCapitol Grounds:
🌷 Bulbs planted: 65,830
🌷 Varieties of tulips: 37
🌷 Species of bulbs: 9
2024 designs focused on color blocking with varying heights, varieties and species, which creates extended blooming periods. #TulipTuesday
SPOTTED: This innovative mode of transportation allows our dedicated gardening staff to move throughout the historic grounds of the #USCapitol with ease, all while carrying up to an impressive 300 pounds of tools and horticultural materials. 🚲 aoc.gov/explore-capito…
#NowHiring at Architect of the @USCapitol!
Featured jobs:
• Emergency Mgmt Coordinator
• usbotanicgarden Maintenance Mechanic
• Supervisory Engineer/Architect (Capitol Projects)
• Electrician Assistant Supv
• Facilities + Asset Mgmt Supv
Details → linkedin.com/posts/architec…
The #USCapitol cherry blossoms are out for a sunny, but chilly, 1st day of spring in D.C.! ☀️🌸 #BloomWatch
