The Art Collection
People of Massachusetts Tree
Text of the Plaque
U.S. Capitol Grounds
Commemorative Tree
Ulmus americana
(American Elm)
To Honor the People of
the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Sponsored by
Senators Edward Kennedy and John Kerry
and Representatives Michael Capuano,
William Delahunt, Barney Frank, Stephen Lynch,
Edward Markey, James McGovern, Richard Neal,
John Olver, John Tierney and Niki Tsongas
Video
The History of the U.S. Capitol
Watch the video or click the link below to learn more about the history, construction, expansion and renovation of the U.S. Capitol Building from 1793 to the present day.
U.S. Capitol Building
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Projects
Stone Preservation
Stone preservation is a top priority for the Architect of the Capitol as nearly every building is enveloped in stone and all have problems.