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US Capitol 250 Years of Freedom Wood Ornament

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$19.95

Where it all happens: laser-engraved in beautiful architectural detail on Premium Maple plywood with a warm Premium Cherry plywood back, handmade in Arizona as part of the limited American 250th Anniversary Collection. Made for civics teachers, political history fans, DC tourists, and anyone who still believes in the idea of America even when it gets complicated. Because the building that houses 250 years of democracy deserves a spot on your wall too.

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Description

US Capitol Ornament

Two hundred and fifty years of American democracy happened in and around that building. The US Capitol ornament puts the dome, the columns, and the steps front and center — framed in the collection's signature circle with "United States of America" arched at the top and "250 Years of Freedom" along the bottom.

The architectural detail on the Capitol building engraves sharp and clean on the maple face. The flag stripes behind it cut through to the cherry backing. It is a piece of American civic history on a 3.5" wood ornament — for history buffs, civics teachers, anyone who has stood on those steps, and anyone who cares about what that building represents.

US Capitol Ornament - An American 250th Anniversary Gift for History Lovers

Laser cut in our Arizona studio from 1/8" premium plywood. Maple face, cherry back, brown leather cord included. Twelve total designs in the collection — grab a few together for a mix-and-match discount. The building that houses American democracy deserves its place in the celebration.

Specifications & Customization

Material: 1/8" premium plywood — maple face, cherry back

Size: Approximately 3.5" wide

Layers: 2 — maple front layer with laser-cut design, cherry back layer visible through cutouts

Finish: Natural — clear coat applied by manufacturer. No stain.

Construction: The front maple layer is precision laser-cut to reveal the design. The cherry back layer shows through the cutouts, adding warmth and depth to the finished piece.

Personalization: None — this is a fixed design, no personalization available.

Hanging: Brown leather cord included — ready to hang as-is.

Back: Cactus Air Designs branding laser engraved on the cherry back layer.

The Build

Every ornament in the USA 250th Anniversary Collection is laser-cut right here in our Arizona studio on Dusty Rose, our CO2 laser. We use 1/8" premium plywood with a maple face and a cherry back — two layers working together so the laser-cut design on the front reveals the warm cherry layer underneath through every cutout. That contrast between the lighter maple face and the darker cherry backing is what gives these ornaments their depth and dimension. No paint. No stain. Just two layers of real wood and a laser doing precise work.

Each piece is cut flat and clean — no burning on the edges, no rough cuts, no warping. The clear coat is applied by the manufacturer before we ever touch the wood, so the natural grain comes through protected and ready to last. A brown leather cord is threaded through the hanging hole and included with every ornament. The Cactus Air Designs name is engraved on the cherry back so you always know where it came from.

Gift Ideas & Occasions

Fourth of July 2026 — America's 250th birthday is a once-in-a-lifetime occasion. These ornaments are a keepsake, not a decoration you throw away after the party.

Veterans and active military — patriotic Americana that means something.

Christmas ornaments — patriotic ornaments hang on trees all December. This one will still be there in 2076.

Hostess and party gifts — for anyone hosting a Fourth of July or Semiquincentennial celebration.

History teachers and educators — a tangible piece of the 250th anniversary for the classroom or home.

Gift bundles — pair with a personalized patriotic tumbler for a complete patriotic gift set. Collectors — Americana keepsakes tied to a specific historical moment are worth holding onto.

Anyone proud to be American — no occasion required.

Care & Important Notes

Display: Indoors only

Avoid: Moisture, humidity, extreme heat, prolonged direct sunlight

Cleaning: Dust with a soft dry cloth only

Hanging: Brown leather cord included — hang on a tree, a hook, a wreath, or anywhere it fits

Natural wood grain and slight color variation between pieces is normal — that is the character of real wood, not a flaw. No two pieces will be identical and that is the point.

Hi, I'm Terrie — the person who actually made this. Every ornament ships from my studio in Arizona, not a warehouse, not a fulfillment center. Production time is 5 to 7 business days. All sales are final — if there is a mistake on my end, I will absolutely make it right.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add a name or date to this ornament?

No — these ornaments are a fixed design with no personalization available. What you see is what you get, and it is already pretty great.

What is the ornament made of?

1/8" premium plywood with a maple face and a cherry back. The laser cuts through the maple front layer and the cherry layer shows through the cutouts — that warm contrast you see in the photos is two layers of real wood, not a stain or finish.

Does it come with a way to hang it?

Yes — a brown leather cord is included and already threaded through the hanging hole. It is ready to hang the moment it arrives.

Is this only for Christmas trees?

Not at all — these are patriotic Americana keepsakes. Hang them on a tree in December, on a wreath for Fourth of July, on a display hook year-round, or anywhere you want a reminder that America just turned 250.

How big is it?

Approximately 3.5" wide — about the size of a large cookie. Big enough to see the detail clearly, small enough to hang anywhere.

email: terrie@cactusairdesigns.com
phone: (623) 335-0570