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Before age 43, Olmsted was a sailor, farmer, writer—then he pioneered landscape architecture.

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Starting with Central Park in 1858, Olmsted and his firms touched nearly 6,000 landscape designs.
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2026 Olmsted Network Award Nominations

Now through July 15, nominate Olmsted champions for the Caroline Loughlin Volunteer Service Award or the Olmsted Stewardship Award.

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ON On the Move: California, Boston, & Chicago

In May, Sue Breitkopf and Victoria Vanhuss of the Olmsted Network team traveled across seven cities in four states.

ON On the Move: California, Boston, & Chicago

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Olmsted Network Joins Coalition to Protect West Potomac Park

The Olmsted Network has joined a coalition of advocacy, conservation, and historic preservation organizations in a legal challenge concerning the proposed changes of West Potomac Park in Washington, D.C.

Olmsted Network Joins Coalition to Protect West Potomac Park

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The Olmsted Trail invites you to explore 6,000 landscapes designed—or envisioned—by Olmsted and his successor firms.

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Explore the Olmsted Trail

Through an interactive map featuring historic resources and contemporary insights, the Olmsted Trail connects you to the enduring legacy and evolving future of Olmsted design.

Explore the Olmsted Trail

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Elk Rock Garden: Past, Present, and Future

This July 21 webinar will explore the rich history and evolving future of Elk Rock Garden, with public historian Eileen Fitzsimons and Elk Rock Garden Executive Director Stephanie Brown.

Elk Rock Garden: Past, Present, and Future
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Frederick Law Olmsted
  • Life
    Before age 43, Olmsted was a sailor, farmer, writer—then he pioneered landscape architecture.
  • Work
    Starting with Central Park in 1858, Olmsted and his firms touched nearly 6,000 landscape designs.
    • Interactive Project Map
    • Timeline
    • Firm & Colleagues
  • Legacy
    Olmsted’s ideas still shape how we design and value public space in America.
About Us
  • Our Work
    Explore our roots and purpose.
    • Mission, Vision & Values
  • Partner Directory
    Explore our global partners.
  • Leadership & Staff
    Meet the team driving our mission.
  • Annual Awards
    Honoring the people and projects advancing Olmsted’s vision.
  • Financials & Annual Reports
    See the impact we’ve made.
  • Contact Us
    Ask questions or explore collaboration.
Partners
  • Become a Partner
    Join our growing network of partners working to protect and promote Olmsted’s living legacy.
  • Partner Benefits & FAQ
    Access tools, benefits, and support available to Olmsted Network partners.
  • Partner Directory
    Explore our network of partners stewarding Olmsted’s legacy across the globe.
  • Emerging Professionals
    Connect with students and early-career leaders passionate about parks, planning, and public space.
Advocacy
  • Olmsted Action
    When Olmsted landscapes are at risk, we raise a national voice.
  • Advocacy Toolkit
    Resources to help you advocate for a public landscape.
Research
  • Olmsted Trail
    The Olmsted Trail invites you to explore 6,000 landscapes designed—or envisioned—by Olmsted and his successor firms.
  • Olmsted Papers Project
    Olmsted left an invaluable resource of personal and professional papers.
    • Meet Charles E. Beveridge
  • Resources & Bibliography
    Research is key to understanding the history and significance of designed landscapes.
News & Events
  • Blog
    Latest updates and stories about the Olmsted Network and our partners.
  • Calendar of Events
    Upcoming programs, tours, and gatherings of the Olmsted Network.
  • Annual Conferences
    Join our yearly conferences to connect, learn, and celebrate Olmsted’s legacy.
  • Webinars & Recordings
    Access webinars on history, preservation, and Olmsted’s relevance today.
Olmsted & the Olmsted Firm

Mountain View Cemetery, Oakland, California: An Early Olmsted Design

Each month between now and the July 31 HALS Challenge deadline, ASLA will be showcasing historic landscapes relevant to this year’s theme— Olmsted Landscapes. First up, Mountain View Cemetery!
Chris Pattillo, FASLA February 14, 2022
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Spotlight on…Mountain View Cemetery

Mountain View Cemetery in Oakland, CA, was an early Olmsted design.
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Cemeteries, Burial Lots, Memorials and Monuments

Taken from The Master List of Design Projects of the Olmsted Firm 1857-1979, this article introduces the firm's cemetery projects.
Olmsted Insider Newsletter

NAOP Awarded Olmsted Medal at 2022 ASLA Conference

In November 2022, NAOP (now the Olmsted Network) traveled to San Francisco for ASLA's annual conference. This article was republished from a previous Olmsted Insider newsletter.
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