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.

Browse the highlights below or learn more about the trees on campus.

Toomer's Corner Oak Tree

Text on the Plaque

U.S. Capitol Grounds
Commemorative Tree

Quercus virginiana
(Toomer's Corner Oak Scion)

U.S. Capitol Police Tree

U.S. Capitol Grounds tree to commemorate the service of the United States Capitol Police sponsored by Terrance W. Gainer, Senate Sergeant at Arms.

Wangari Maathai Tree

Text of the Plaque

U.S. Capitol Grounds
Commemorative Tree

Koelreuteria paniculata
(Golden Raintree)