The U.S. Capitol dome needs repair

(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
(Courtesy of Architect of the Capitol)
The Capitol Dome, built 150 years ago, has more than 1,000 cracks. This November, a 2-year project begins to restore the structure. This is an artist rendering of the scaffold system that will surround the dome during the project. (Courtesy Architect of the Capitol)
The Capitol Dome, built 150 years ago, has more than 1,000 cracks. This November, a 2-year project begins to restore the structure. This is an artists rendering of the scaffold system that will surround the dome during the project. (Courtesy Architect of the Capitol)
YouTube clip gives more information on restoration. (YouTube)(Courtesy Architect of the Capitol)
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Photos documenting damage that will be repaired as part of Dome restoration project.

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