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 Victorianstyle Parterre ❷ extends the Castles 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° 53.266′ N, 77° 1.614′ W. Marker is in Southwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in The National Mall. It is on Independence Avenue Southwest
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Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American Northeast, in the Upper South, in the Mid-Atlantic, in the Tidewater, and in the Chesapeake Bay Region. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Threats to Dragonflies (a few steps from this marker); The Fruitful Fig (within shouting distance of this marker); The Moongate Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named The Moongate Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Enid A. Haupt Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Constantine L. Seferlis (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Parterre (about 300 feet away); Acquired in 1886 by the Department of Living Animals (about 300 feet away). 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 stand throughout the garden.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 27, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 17, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 167 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 17, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
