The centerpiece of the U Botanical ...

The centerpiece of the U Botanical Garden is the focus of a $33 million overhaul

Despite its location upon the grounds of the U Capitol, the Conservatory of the U Botanical Garden is not in succession the itinerary of many visitors to Washington. However, the refurbishment of the 67-year-old facility, scheduled for completion in the spring of 2001 will exhibit a new reason to view it.

The $335 million contrive will provide a remedy for the deterioration of the original facility, which was the first large building in the U to use aluminum for its structural support. The