Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Happy Face (47) in Washington, D.C. by Carl L Bush, John Guarente

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The Happy Face gargoyle (47) is a limestone sculpture at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., created by Carl L Bush and John Guarente. It is located on the South Nave, Bay 4, triforium level, east side. This gargoyle is part of the Cathedral's extensive collection of 112 gargoyles, which blend functional and decorative roles. The Cathedral is near Massachusetts and Wisconsin Avenues NW, accessible via the Woodley Park Metro station.