“The first temple dedicated to the sovereignty of the people.” -Thomas Jefferson The cornerstone was laid by George Washington on September 18, 1793. The current dome was constructed between 1855-66 and stands as the Capitol’s most memorable and remarkable feature.We handcraft this Capitol replica from 3/4″ thick wood with colorful details on the front and a story on the back. Look for Casper, our black cat mascot, the sign of an authentic Cat’s Meow creation.Add this piece to your home decor, set it on a bookshelf, mantle, or the molding above your door or window. Excellent ConditionNon Smoking HomeSells for 22.50 on the Cats Meow website.