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Date

1940

Maker

International News Photos

Dimensions

6 5/8 x 8 1/2 in. (16.8 x 21.6 cm)

Accession Number

2008.130.037

Credit Line

Collection of the U.S. House of Representatives, Photography Collection

Object Details

An intricate lattice of steel beams was constructed at the end of 1940 to reinforce the ceiling of the House Chamber in preparation for repairs to the roof of the Capitol Building. The beams remained in place until late 1949 when the first phase of extensive repairs and renovations to the Chamber were completed. The project marked the first major renovation to the Chamber in more than 90 years.

Rights and Reproduction Information

Objects

A Scene in the Hall of Representatives Washington
A Scene in the Hall of Representatives Washington

Media

A Curator's Look at the House Chamber

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Members of the U.S. House of Representatives meet to conduct legislative activities in the House Chamber. In this video, House Curator Farar Elliott describes the symbolism in the chamber and its artifacts.

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