I couldn’t really capture the beauty of the gardens at Dumbarton Oaks in just a couple of images, so I hope you’ll indulge me with a few more photos! The gardens were designed over the course of 30 years by landscape artist Beatrix Farrand – today the gardens feature wisteria everywhere, multiple garden terraces, an indoor “orangerie,” and beautifully landscaped flower beds. So pretty!
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The gardens are currently hosting two amazing art installations – the first (above) features crystals and wire arranged in cloud-like formations. The crystals send sparkly rainbows all over the fountain terrace when the sun is shining, but is a stunning installation even on an overcast afternoon.
I really just couldn’t get enough of these amazing sculptural installations – made entirely from sticks – by Patrick Dougherty. They’re just so incredibly beautiful and erie with a powerful sense of movement. Sadly, I don’t think it will be at Dumbarton Oaks much longer but I wish they would keep it there forever!
Photo Credits: Nole Garey for Oh So Beautiful Paper
Stunning! The twig/stick sculptures are amazing.
How cool! We had our maternity photos taken in Dumbarton Oaks, including a shot next to that tree with the amazing roots. The garden is like a hidden gem in the middle of the city. And I was at University of Michigan in the late 90s when Patrick Dougherty had an installation there. I am still struck by the beauty of his work.
That clinches it. All the time I’ve been in D.C., and I STILL haven’t visited Dumbarton!!! So wrong! New resolution: I will go there this spring/summer. Thanks for the gorgeous pics (and the extra shove). I’ve heard the home’s interiors are truly marvelous too.
-SF
Gorgeous. There’s a Patrick Dougherty installation at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, too, and it’s incredible. Looks like you had a great visit! 😉
Incredible! You’ve definitely made me want to revisit DC.