Architect of the Capitol employees are responsible for the care and preservation of more than 300 works of art, architectural elements, landscape features and more.

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Innocent III, Relief Portrait

Innocent III (1161-1216) Medieval pope. Student of canon and civil law, who, like Gregory IX, preserved the remnants of Roman law during the Dark Ages.

Ionic Columns

The Ionic column is typically identified by its capital, which includes large paired spiral scrolls, or volutes.

Iron Foundry, circa 1850

The expansion and industrialization of America required iron and steel for railroads, bridges, skyscrapers, and tools.

Island Dance

A village celebration with dancers and indigenous percussion instruments is shown in a typical Hawaiian setting.

J. George Stewart Portrait

The extension of the U.S. Capitol's East Front and construction of the Rayburn House Office Building were highlights of Architect of the Capitol J. George Stewart's 1954-1970 term of service.

Jack Swigert Jr. Statue

This statue of John L. Swigert Jr. was given to the National Statuary Hall Collection by Colorado in 1997.

Jacob Collamer Statue

This statue of Jacob Collamer was given to the National Statuary Hall Collection by Vermont in 1881.

Jacques Marquette Statue

This statue of Jacques Marquette was given to the National Statuary Hall Collection by Wisconsin in 1896.

James A. Garfield Statue

This statue of James Garfield was given to the National Statuary Hall Collection by Ohio in 1886. Garfield was the 20th President of the United States, serving from 1881 until he died from a gunshot wound 200 days later.