National Arboretum Big Day, part 2: Capitol Columns

 These restored columns from a renovation done on the US Capitol in 1958 are a highlight of the National Arboretum's sights.  And I've never seen them more stunningly beautiful.

 Purple asters.

 Romeo looking handsome!

 My third sighting of a Monarch this year--all have been after Labor Day.  They are disappearing.