Under the Dome with the 10th Architect of the Capitol, Alan Hantman
The domed U.S. Capitol Building is recognized worldwide as America's most iconic symbol, the forum for representative democracy, and the physical stage for transferring executive power.
Watch our latest webinar featuring Alan Hantman, the 10th Architect of the Capitol from 1997 to 2007, to discuss his upcoming book, "Under the Dome: Politics, Crisis, and Architecture at the United States Capitol." Together, we explored how the Capitol building underwent numerous renovations and expansions under Hantman's guidance as the official entrusted with preserving and enhancing this historic landmark and the surrounding grounds of Capitol Hill.
Hantman offers a personal account of the Capitol's physical space, the individuals involved in its management, and how politicians perceive the Capitol Building. We heard firsthand about the decision-making process behind Capitol security, including how he handled security threats such as the 1998 shooting of two police officers and the Capitol evacuation on 9/11.
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