Emerging from the gallery, one finds oneself at the top of the steps leading down to the lakeside garden walk. Directly across is the Challenger Memorial, dedicated to Col Ellison Shoji Onizuka and his crewmates. The sound of running water, however, leads one to ... Image detail: 800x600 pixels, 50 KB |
... this waterfall, which flows out and down to the lake. I have zoomed in here on the source of the stream. Image details: 1024x768 pixels, 202 KB |
The water flows through a series of channels, each one lined with rocks to increase the turbulence. The overall effect is quite pleasant. Image details: 800x600 pixels, 94 KB |
A short walk from the waterfall leads one around the lake, where a spectacular view of the gallery and offices can be had. Image details: 1024x768 pixels, 88 KB |
The garden paths follow the edge of the lake. The bonsai garden and Japanese musuem can be found at the center, reached by a graceful stone bridge. Image details: 1024x768 pixels, 133 KB |
Crossing the stone bridge leads one to the museum's traditional Japanese home. Image details: 1024x768 pixels, 125 KB |
Japanese memorials such as this one can be found along the garden paths. Look closely to the right of the memorial and you'll be able to see its solitary guardian. Image detail: 1024x768 pixels, 127 KB |
The Challenger Memorial has an honored position, standing beside the lake and next to the museum's centerpiece. Image detail: 1024x768 pixels, 140 KB |