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Capitol Complex
 
September 15, 2008
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Grounds
United States Capitol Grounds
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Description and History
Overhead view of Capitol Grounds seen from southwest

The Capitol Grounds cover approximately 274 acres. The areas not occupied by the buildings of the Capitol complex are comprised chiefly of lawns, walkways, streets, drives, and planting areas.

 
 
 
Capitol Christmas Trees
2000 Christmas Tree
The 2000 Capitol Christmas Tree (31k)
The decoration and lighting of an evergreen tree on the Capitol's west lawn during the Christmas season is a tradition almost 40 years old.

 

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