Capitol Grounds in Spring
Stephen Ayers, acting architect of the Capitol, spoke about the U.S. Capitol grounds, little-known places of interest on the grounds, and maintenance of the grounds in springtime.
358 viewsStephen Ayers, acting architect of the Capitol, spoke about the U.S. Capitol grounds, little-known places of interest on the grounds, and maintenance of the grounds in springtime.
358 viewsCapitol Visitor Center employees testified in an oversight hearing. They focused on operations since the official opening and dedication of the new center and addressed a number of issues in…
316 viewsTelephone lines were opened for viewer comments about inauguration day activities and preparations. Studio and remote guests also commented on the significance of the inaugural ceremonies, t…
794 viewsSenator Dianne Feinstein, chair of the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, talked to the press in the Russell Senate Office Building about the upcoming presidential inaugu…
1,839 viewsOfficials spoke at opening ceremonies were in the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center in Emancipation Hall. The center was designed to provide both enhanced security and greater educational opportun…
2,483 viewsA preview of the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center was held for the media prior to the December 2, 2008, opening, which marks the 145th anniversary of the raising of the statue on top of the capit…
506 viewsIn an oversight hearing the witnesses testified about the progress of the construction of the new U.S. Capitol Visitors Center.
88 viewsOfficials testified about the relationship between fossil fuels and global climate change. Topics included the economic benefits of reduced energy consumption, use of renewable energy source…
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