Volume 27 of Tholos Magazine Now Available

Highlights include articles featuring the Architect's Citation Award winner, sustainability, summer internships and the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree.

By AOC Staff | January 25, 2024

The latest edition of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) employee magazine, Tholos, is now available. Articles are listed below.

USBG HIGHLIGHT: Dedication to Teamwork and Mission Leads to Architect's Citation Award
SUSTAINABILITY SPOTLIGHT: Capitol Grounds and Arboretum Embraces Vintage Electric Cargo Tricycle for Greener Gardening
FEATURE: Summer in the City: At the AOC, Interns Gain Experience for Future Seasons of Their Careers
MEET THE TEAM: It Takes a Village to Prepare the People's Tree

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