1877 Drawing of Proposed Capitol Modifications
Fascinating drawing of the U.S. Capitol from the 1870s showing proposed modifications to the building. This is the west elevation of the building, the opposite side of the National Mall. Source: Library of Congress
Aerial Views of Washington in 1922
These cool old photos shows the city back in 1922, as seen from the air. Source: Boston Public Library Source: Boston Public Library
Rare, Stunning 1863 Photo of Capitol Building
This incredible old photo of the Capitol Building shows it just after the new dome was completed in 1863. Source: Library of Congress
You Won’t See the Capitol Like This Ever Again
This photo of the Capitol Building from the 1960s is something you’ll never see again. The Capitol Dome under construction and a lot of cars parked out in front of it. Source: snipview.com
Incredibly Rare 1860s Photo of Capitol Dome Construction
This very rare photo of the Capitol Dome under construction shows it as it looked during the early days of the Civil War. Source: Library of Congress
What Did D.C. Look Like in 1872?
Here’s a cool bird’s-eye view of the Capitol and the rest of Washington from 1872. Source: Library of Congress
Great Old Photos of Capitol’s East and West Fronts
Here’s a terrific old photo courtesy of the Library of Congress showing the Capitol Building. And another awesome old shot of the Capitol. Source: Library of Congress
Incredible 1935 View Looking Down From Capitol Dome
This photo is going to give you vertigo. It’s a view looking down from the Capitol Dome. Click on it for greater details. Source: Shorpy
1920s Interior Photo of the Capitol Dome
How great is this old photo from the 1920s? It shows the inside structure of the Capitol Dome. Source: Library of Congress