Frederick Law Olmsted Sr. Tree
U.S. Capitol Grounds memorial tree to honor Frederick Law Olmsted Sr. sponsored by Rep. French Hill and Rep. Debbie Dingell.
AOC employees are responsible for the care and preservation of more than 100 varieties of trees and bushes planted around the U.S. Capitol, as well as outdoor sculptures including monuments, memorials and water features.
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Friendship Between U.S.A. and France Tree
U.S. Capitol Grounds tree to commemorate the longstanding friendship between the United States of America and France sponsored by Sen. Mary Landrieu.
Fulbright 70th Anniversary Tree
U.S. Capitol Grounds commemorative tree to honor the 70th anniversary of the Fulbright Program sponsored by Rep. French Hill.
George H.W. Bush Tree
U.S. Capitol Grounds commemorative tree honoring the service of George H.W. Bush sponsored by Representative Lamar Smith.
Greater North Dakota Association Memorial Tree
U.S. Capitol Grounds commemorative tree to honor the Greater North Dakota Association.
Greening of the Capitol Initiative Tree
U.S. Capitol Grounds tree to commemorate the Greening of the Capitol Initiative sponsored by Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Hart Building Cherry Trees
Site of two varieties: Japanese flowering (Prunus serrulata) and Yoshino (Prunus x yedoensis).
Idaho Federation of Women's Clubs Memorial Tree
U.S. Capitol Grounds tree planted by Senator James A. McClure for the Idaho Federation of Women's Clubs.