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GIBRAN, Kahlil Memorial in Washington, D.C.
by Gordon Kray
Memorial erected in 1990 to honor Kahlil Gibran (1883-1931), a Lebanese poet and novelist. He is known for using both Eastern and Western mysticism in his writings. His works, such as "The Prophet", enjoyed a renewed interest in the 1960s.
Upper terrace: Circular, inset benches, 8-point fountain, decorative paving. Lower terrace: 5 blocks in semi- circle, sculpture of 3 doves on wreath of oak leaves & acorns, inscriptions. Located on MA Ave in Normanstone Parkway, across from British Embassy.
Unless otherwise noted, photos are courtesy of the National Park Service, Rock Creek.
Submitted by Ronda Bernstein on behalf of the NPS.
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As works of the federal gov't they are in the public domain. (5/23/2007)
Bronze by Gordon Kray (Sculptor)
Address: 3100 Massachusetts Ave NW
Smithsonian Art Inventories Catalog: Control number DC000207 (dcMem ID #1473)
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