BGuthrie Photos: DC -- Capitol Hill -- Hubert H. Humphrey Bldg (HHS) (200 Independence SW)

DC -- Capitol Hill -- Hubert H. Humphrey Bldg (HHS) (200 Independence SW):

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1. HHS_200907_01.JPG: Abstract Sculptures of DC: Heroic Shore Points This bright red sculpture adds a major swath of color to the grey buildings that surround it. As described by sculptor James Rosati, the Brutalist-style Humphrey Building didn’t have much energy or light because of its mostly grey or neutral-toned concrete exterior. In response, his sculpture, Shore Points, utilized color and scale in order to create a large swath of color outside the building’s entrance. The large aluminum cubes and rectangular shapes he used lean and stack on top of each other, with the entire sculpture painted in a reflective and bright red. A minimalist sculpture, the 10-foot tall, 32-foot wide artwork matches the building in scale, but brings color and life back to the imposing building. Rosati’s sculpture was originally installed in 1977 and commissioned by the General Services Administration for the exterior of the building. It remained at this location until 2000, when it was relocated for restoration. Unfortunately, the sculpture would not return to its location for many years, due to the secretary of Health and Human Services’ dislike for it. Thus, it was kept in long-term storage until his departure from the position. However, the sculpture has since returned to its spot, and continues to draw eyes from the surrounding buildings. The above was from https://historicsites.dcpreservation.org/items/show/1162?tour=61&index=11
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Wikipedia Description: Hubert H. Humphrey Building
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The Hubert H. Humphrey Building is a low-rise Brutalist office building located in Washington, D.C., in the United States. Originally known as the South Portal Building, the Hubert H. Humphrey Building was dedicated on November 1, 1977. It became the headquarters of the United States Department of Health, Education, and Welfare (HEW). After the department's education component was given to the newly created United States Department of Education in 1979, the newly named United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) continued to occupy the structure.

The Hubert H. Humphrey Building is located at 200 Independence Avenue SW in Washington, D.C. It is named for Hubert H. Humphrey who was a United States Senator from Minnesota, and Vice President of the United States.
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