The National Mall in Southwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Enid A. Haupt Garden
Photographed By Richard E. Miller, August 21, 2011
1. Enid A. Haupt Garden Marker
A popular urban oasis since its completion in 1987, the 4.2-acre Enid A. Haupt Garden comprises three distinct gardens. The design of each reflects the cultural and aesthetic influences celebrated in the Smithsonian Castle and the surrounding museums. ⬥ The Moongate Garden ❶ next to the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, draws design inspiration from the Temple of Heaven, a 15th century religious complex in China. The Victorian–style Parterre ❷ extends the Castle’s grand welcome through and expansive lawn and formal plantings. The Fountain Garden ❸ located beside the National Museum of African Art, was modeled after the Alhambra, a 14th Century Moorish palace and fortress in Spain. ⬥ The landscape design was a collaborative effort of Jean Paul Carlhian, FAIA, of Shepley Bulfinch Richardson and Abbott; Sasaki Associates, Inc.; and Lester Collins, FASLA.
Erected by Smithsonian Institution.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Notable Places. A significant historical year for this entry is 1987.
Location. 38° 53.274′ N, 77° 1.564′ W. Marker is in Southwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in The National Mall. Marker can be reached from the intersection
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Constantine L. Seferlis (a few steps from this marker); The Parterre (a few steps from this marker); The Pillars of the Renwick Gates (a few steps from this marker); Yinka Shonibare MBE (a few steps from this marker); The Moongate Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Built above an underground museum complex (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Enid A. Haupt Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Threats to Coral Reefs (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Southwest Washington.
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[Shown is a map highlighting the Moongate Garden, the Parterre, the Fountain Garden and the Smithsonian facilities between the “Castle” and Independence Avenue.]
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. Several identical markers can be found throughout the garden.
Additional keywords. Enid Annenberg Haupt; landscape architecture
Photographed By Richard E. Miller, August 21, 2011
2. The Enid A. Haupt Garden with the Smithsonian "Castle" behind the parterre
Photographed By Richard E. Miller, August 21, 2011
3. The Moongate Garden - near the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery
Photographed By Richard E. Miller, August 21, 2011
4. The Fountain Garden - near the National Museum of African Art
via Wikipedia, 1988
5. Enid Haupt (left) and Lady Bird Johnson (1988)
"Enid A. Haupt Dies at 99; Philanthropist Donated Millions for Green Spaces"
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Credits. This page was last revised on March 17, 2024. It was originally submitted on August 26, 2011, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. This page has been viewed 988 times since then and 23 times this year. Last updated on November 27, 2017, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 26, 2011, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. 3, 4. submitted on August 28, 2011, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. 5. submitted on January 17, 2022, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
