Olmsted Society of Riverside
Olmsted Society of Riverside
Founded in 1869, the entire Village of Riverside reflects Olmsted and Vaux’s design and has been designated a National Historic Landmark and certified Level 2 arboretum. Meander the winding streets, river walks, and green spaces on your own. or take a history-rich tour with a docent from the Olmsted Society of Riverside. The Olmsted Society is dedicated to sustaining Olmsted’s vision for Riverside for generations to come. Its members are guided by his concern for humanity, nature, sense of community and the innovative and thoughtful essence of his work.
Olmsted's Big Ball Park hosts vintage baseball games by Cathy Jean Maloney.
Swan Pond by Cathy Jean Maloney.
Olmsted Overlook, planted by volunteers as a part of Olmsted 200, includes a designed grove of native trees on a bluff overlooking the Des Plaines River. Photo by Cathy Jean Maloney.