The Wandering Disciple

A Four-Sided Pyramid rises out of the garden at the National Gallery of Art on the National Mall in Washington DC. The pyramid was designed by American artist Sol LeWitt in 1965. It was constructed in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden in 1999.   The Four-Sided Pyramid is one of 21 works of art found within the 6 acre sculpture garden at the National Gallery of Art. Opened in 1999, the gardens features works of art surrounded by a central fountain which is converted to a ice-skating rink in the winter time. Taken: February 16, 2009 at National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden (Washington DC)

Each winter, the National Mall becomes a winter wonderland as the National Gallery of Art's Sculpture Garden is transformed into an ice skating rink.  Here you and your family can skate among the backdrop of historic buildings like the National Archives and famous sculptures in the garden.  The popular ice rink is open yearly from Mid November through March.  (Photo:  February 16, 2009)

Each winter, the National Mall entertains thousands of ice skaters to the sculpture garden at the National Gallery of Art. With the National Archives as a backdrop, this temporary rink is a favorite for locals and tourists alike. (Photo: February 16, 2009)

Every winter, the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden comes to life with skaters enjoying the ice rink.  The annual ritual attracts both tourists and residents as they skate the day away along the picturesque backdrop of the National Archives and other DC landmarks.  (Photo: February 16, 2009)

Typewriter Eraser, Scale X is a work of art created by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen in 1999. It is one of seventeen sculptures located at the National Sculpture Garden adjacent to the National Gallery of Art. (Photo: February 16, 2009)

Washington, DC: Located outside the National Gallery of Art on the National Mall lies the Sculpture Garden. The garden is a mix of artwork and native plants that makes it a tranquil setting amongst the hustle and bustle of busy DC. Opened in 1999, the gardens is home to the Gallery of Art’s contemporary sculpture collection. The seventeen exhibits are scattered among six acres of native American trees, flowers and shrubbery. In addition to the permanent sculptures, the gardens are also homes to several exhibitions throughout the year. The centerpiece of the Sculpture Gardens is the water fountain. The fountain offers a place for guests to sit and relax while enjoying the wonderful views the gardens have to offer. During the winter, the fountain doubles as an outdoor ice skating rink. There is also a café inside the fences of the garden. The Pavilion Café is opened year round and offers views of the gardens along with a menu consisting of sandwiches, salads and more. For more...