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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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.
Ulysses S. Grant Memorial
The memorial to Ulysses S. Grant was dedicated in 1922. In late 2011, the care of the Grant Memorial was transferred from the National Park Service to the Architect of the Capitol (AOC). The bronze elements were restored in 2016 and lamp posts were installed in 2019.
Vietnam Veterans of Minnesota Tree
Text on the Plaque
U.S. Capitol Grounds
Memorial Tree
Quercus alba
(White Oak)
Wangari Maathai Tree
Text of the Plaque
U.S. Capitol Grounds
Commemorative Tree
Koelreuteria paniculata
(Golden Raintree)