The National Mall in Southwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Enid A. Haupt Garden
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: Architecture • Horticulture & Forestry. A significant historical year for this entry is 1987.
Location. 38° 53.317′ N, 77° 1.512′ W. Marker is in Southwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in The National Mall. Marker can be reached from Jefferson Drive
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A Common Language (within shouting distance of this marker); Pluto (within shouting distance of this marker); Voyage (within shouting distance of this marker); Andrew Jackson Downing Urn (within shouting distance of this marker); Andrew Jackson Downing (within shouting distance of this marker); An Apple is a Rose? (within shouting distance of this marker); Before the National Air and Space Museum opened (within shouting distance of this marker); The Fountain Garden (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Southwest Washington.
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. Landscape architecture
Credits. This page was last revised on March 17, 2024. It was originally submitted on November 26, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 61 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 26, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
