A Carved Apple for America's Future | Seattle News

Congress is burying a time capsule under the Capitol for its 250th anniversary, and Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez from Southwest Washington is celebrating local heritage with a hand-carved apple made from Tenino sandstone — quarried in her district and carved by master stonecutter Keith Phillips. The apple connects to her family’s legacy: her great-great-uncle was a stonecutter, and her great-grandfather managed the quarry that supplied stone for the Washington state Capitol. It’s more than art — it’s history, craftsmanship, and a tribute to the enduring traditions of skilled trades, meant to inspire future generations. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b18cba47f30644d9