Andrew Jackson Downing Urn
Monument Funerary urn monument honoring landscape designer Andrew Downing
An ornamental urn in Washington, D.C., commemorating landscape designer Andrew Jackson Downing; visitors encounter it among National Mall monuments and the Smithsonian gardens.
The Andrew Jackson Downing Urn is a memorial urn in Washington, D.C. commemorating landscape designer and horticulturalist Andrew Jackson Downing (1815-1852).
The urn marks the contribution of Andrew Jackson Downing to American landscape design and garden theory in the mid-19th century; it was erected as a commemorative object to honor his work in horticulture and landscape architecture.
Positioned on the Smithsonian Institution grounds in the National Mall area of Washington, D.C., the urn is accessible from the Enid A. Haupt Garden and adjacent walkways.
- Smithsonian grounds: Sited on the grounds of the Smithsonian Institution near the Smithsonian Castle and Enid A. Haupt Garden in central Washington, D.C.
How to Get to Andrew Jackson Downing Urn #
The urn is on the National Mall grounds near Smithsonian buildings and the Enid A. Haupt Garden. It is walkable from the Smithsonian metro stations (Smithsonian on the Blue/Orange lines) and from many central locations in Washington, D.C.
Tips for Visiting Andrew Jackson Downing Urn #
- The urn is located near the south end of the National Mall beside the Enid A. Haupt Garden - combine with a walk past the nearby Smithsonian buildings.
- Bring a camera with a long lens for compression shots of the urn against the Jefferson Memorial or nearby memorials.
- Visit in autumn for calmer crowds and interesting angled light.
Best Time to Visit Andrew Jackson Downing Urn #
As an outdoor monument in Washington, D.C., the Downing Urn is best visited in spring or autumn for pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
Weather & Climate near Andrew Jackson Downing Urn #
Andrew Jackson Downing Urn's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1041 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (103 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
