Arboretum in Northeast Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

National Capitol Columns

Photographed by Tom Fuchs, March 2007

1. National Capitol Columns Marker

Inscription. The presence of the National Capitol Columns on the knoll in this meadow was the inspiration of Ethel Shields Garrett, patron and friend of the National Arboretum. It was through her vision, courage, and determination for thirty years that these historic columns were saved and transferred to this site and that the design and funding for their permanent installation was secured in 1986. These columns, designed for the United States Capitol, continue to reaffirm our nation’s commitment to fulfilling the dreams of a flourishing land and people.

Erected by Friends of Ethel Shields Garrett in honor of her efforts.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1986.

Location. 38° 54.615′ N, 76° 58.04′ W. Marker is in Northeast Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Arboretum. It can be reached from Elipse Road Northeast north of Beechwood Road Northeast, on the right when traveling south. Marker is on the National Arboretum grounds. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3501 New York Avenue Northeast, Washington

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DC 20002, United States of America. Touch for directions.

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 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: Capitol Columns (within shouting distance of this marker); Artemisia absinthium (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Chichorium intybus (about 700 feet away); Valeriana officinalis (about 700 feet away); World of Salvias (about 700 feet away); Artemisia annua (about 800 feet away); Dianthus caryophyllus (about 800 feet away); Matthiola incana (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Northeast Washington.

More about this marker. The National Arboretum is located in the northeast section of Washington, DC, approximately ten minutes from the Capitol Building. There are two entrances: one at 3501 New York Avenue, NE (U.S. Route 50), and the other at

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Photographed by Tom Fuchs, March 2007

2. National Capitol Columns

24th & R Streets, NE, off of Bladensburg Road. The Arboretum grounds are open every day of the year except December 25 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.

Photographed by Tom Fuchs, March 2007

3. National Capitol Columns

Photographed by Tom Fuchs, March 2007

4. National Capitol Columns

Credits. This page was last revised on November 10, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 4, 2007, by Tom Fuchs of Greenbelt, Maryland. This page has been viewed 2,246 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 4, 2007, by Tom Fuchs of Greenbelt, Maryland. • J. J. Prats was the editor who published this page.