Kogod Courtyard

Washington DC, DC

A stunning undulating glass canopy by Norman Foster shelters the courtyard of the American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery. The wave-pattern roof casts extraordinary moving shadows throughout the day.

Photography Guide

Best Time
midday
Crowds
Moderate
Shot Types
wideabstractinterior
Best Seasons
year-round
Practical Tips
Free admission. The courtyard is best photographed in the late morning when diffuse light fills evenly. The ground-level pattern complements the ceiling geometry.

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