Visiting the U.S. Capitol this week? Take an outdoor walking tour of the Capitol grounds hosted by the Capitol Visitor Center.

Many thanks to our CHA interns - Matt, Sakshi, Katherine, John, Jack, and Zack - who provided us with a daily photo and a bit of history from around the Capitol campus. Each intern worked hard at the Committee and learned a lot about the U.S. House during the summer session. Thank you! #CHAInternImageOTD

CHA intern Katherine shares today's image of the bust of Joseph Gurney Cannon. A Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois and former Speaker of the House, Cannon’s career in Congress lasted almost five decades. #CHAInternImageOTD #USCapitol #History

Intern Sakshi shares today's image of the Rosa Parks statue, created by sculptor Eugene Daub. This statue was displayed on Parks' 100th birthday, February 4th, 2013, and stands tall in the National Statuary Hall of the U.S. Capitol. Parks' attire is reflective of the clothing that she wore on the day she was arrested for refusing to give up her bus seat. #CHAInternImageOTD #USCapitol #History

Today, Intern Jack brings us two pictures that capture one of the best views of the U.S. Capitol and the National Mall, as it appears today (taken by Jack) and at an undated time in the past (courtesy of the National Park Service.) From atop the Washington Monument, these pictures show the progression of the Capitol Complex and the National Mall as it has adapted over time. The modern-day picture also shows signs of construction as the Mall turf is updated to handle the 24 million annual visitors. For more information on visiting this National Park and going to the top of the Monument, visit https://www.nps.gov/nama/index.htm. #CHAInternImageOTD #History

CHA Intern Matt shares a photo of a view from the Speaker's Balcony at the U.S. Capitol. A family takes in the beauty of the National Mall from high above while on the balcony during a Capitol Tour. If you look closely, you can see the Lincoln Memorial right behind the Washington Monument obelisk. #CHAInternImageOTD #USCapitol #History

Intern John visited the U.S. Botanic Garden to take a photo of this tall and smelly plant - the Amorphaphophallus Titanum (titan arum). Commonly known as the corpse flower or stinky plant, this interesting plant is currently blooming at the Garden. The titan arum is the largest unbranched inflorescence among the world’s plants, and is native to the rain forests of Sumatra, Indonesia. Visit the Garden’s website for information on public viewings, or check out the live stream showing the titan arum’s progress: https://www.usbg.gov/corpseflower. #CHAInternImageOTD #FridayFunFacts

Today intern Katherine shares with us Clio, the muse of History, to take a ride on the wheels of time. This marble structure is known as the “Car of History” and was created by Carlo Franzoni in 1819. This sculpture is one of the oldest works of art in the U.S. Capitol, and depicts Clio riding in the winged car or chariot representing the passage of time and recording the events in the chamber below. The sculpture is located in National Statuary Hall, which was originally the Hall of the House of Representatives before the House moved to its present chamber in 1857. #CHAInternImageOTD #History #USCapitol

Intern Sakshi snaps today’s photo of the bust of George Washington. This sandstone sculpture of our nation’s first president was created by Antonio Capellano in 1827 and is featured near the Crypt in the U.S. Capitol. This original bust was a part of a panel featured above the Rotunda doors of the East Central Portico at the Capitol, but was taken down and reproduced in marble between 1959-60. A plaster model was made while doing this reproduction work which you can see on display along the north wall of the Dirksen Senate Office Building subway terminal. #CHAInternImageOTD #History

Looking for a great place to visit, learn, and take a break from the summer heat? Today, Intern Jack snapped this street-view photo of the Thomas Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress. Before this marble and granite building opened in 1897, the Library of Congress was housed in the Capitol. Today, this building is home to many historical artifacts, including volumes from Thomas Jefferson’s personal library, making this an excellent place to visit in Washington, D.C. Tours are offered Monday through Saturday - for more information visit: https://www.loc.gov/visit/. #CHAInternImageOTD #History #LOC

Starting the week off with a photo of the U.S. Capitol Dome from intern Matt. While the Rotunda inside the Dome is now closed until September 5th due to the restoration project, the Dome is still just as beautiful on the outside! Additionally, the renovations are almost finished and the scaffolding is on its way down. Are you planning a visit to the Capitol soon? Be sure to check the Capitol Visitor Center’s website to help plan your visit: https://www.visitthecapitol.gov/. #CHAInternImageOTD #History #DCSummer

Today’s image is taken by Intern Katherine who brings us to the Supreme Court of the United States. Engraved in the architrave above the main entrance of the building are the words, “Equal Justice Under Law”, representing the Supreme Court’s responsibility to serve as the final arbitrator of the law for the American people. Interestingly, the Supreme Court did not meet in its own building until 146 years after its creation. The Supreme Court first met in New York City, then Philadelphia, and finally moved to the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. before settling in its own building in 1935. #CHAInternImageOTD #History #SupremeCourt

Intern Sakshi shares today’s photo of the Abraham Lincoln bust that is on display in the Crypt of U.S. Capitol. This sculpture was created by artist Gutzon Borglum in 1908 and is known for its ability to capture a realistic facial expression of Lincoln. According to the artist, the right side of Lincoln’s face is reflective of his strength of character, while the left side reflects his warmth of heart. The artist’s name may sound familiar to you – Borglum is best known for his statues of four of our nation’s presidents (Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Roosevelt) which are featured at Mount Rushmore. To learn more, visit: http://www.aoc.gov/art/busts/abraham-lincoln-bust #CHAInternImageOTD #USCapitol #History

CHA Intern Jack crossed the Capitol campus to visit the Hart Senate Office Building and snapped a photo of the sculpture that resides in building’s atrium. This sculpture is known as Mountains and Clouds and was created by Alexander Calder. The sheet metal sculpture was placed in the Hart’s atrium in 1986, four years after the building’s opening and ten years after Calder’s death. Mountains and Clouds stands at 51 feet tall and weighs an impressive 36 tons. For more information, visit http://www.senate.gov/artandhistory/…/Sculpture_25_00007.htm. #CHAInternImageOTD

Bonus image snapped by Intern Matt who shares today’s photo of the winning artwork created by high school students from around the nation. These students participated in the annual Congressional Art Competition, and their artwork is displayed in the Cannon tunnel leading to the U.S. Capitol Building. Members and constituents alike are able to admire the artistic talent from their home district in this tunnel throughout the year. #CHAInternImageOTD #USCapitol

Saying hello to a very sunny Monday with this photo taken by Intern Matt from his walk around the U.S. Capitol campus. The fountain is on the House-side of Capitol Hill with the Rayburn House Office Building in the background. Remember to stay cool as the temperature continues to rise! #CHAInternImageOTD #USCapitol #DCSummer

#CHAInternImageOTD, taken this morning by Zach, is of the Library of Congress which was established by an act of the U.S. Congress in 1800. Although many of the original contents of the Library were lost during the War of 1812, Thomas Jefferson offered his personal collection as a replacement in 1815. The Library is the largest library in the world, with millions of books, recordings, photos, maps, and manuscripts included in its collections. Across the street from the U.S. Capitol, this beautiful 19th century neoclassical building stands as a landmark of knowledge for our entire nation. #History #LOC

CHA Intern Sakshi snapped today’s feature image while passing through the Capitol Rotunda. This portrait monument was created by Adelaide Johnson in 1920 and was gifted to the U.S. Capitol by the National Women’s Party. The monument features three prominent women emerging from the unfinished marble base— Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, and Lucretia Mott—all of whom played key roles in the woman suffrage movement. #CHAInternImageOTD