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Frederick Law Olmsted

Learn about the life, work and living legacy of America’s premier landscape architect.
  • Life
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Colleagues & Firm

Learn more about the distinguished individuals that worked with Olmsted and the Olmsted firm.
  • Calvert Vaux
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  • Charles Eliot
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  • Frederick Law Olmsted Jr.
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Feb 23: Living in Riverside

March 18: What Ever Happened to Parks for All People?

Olmsted Parks & Landscapes

Beginning in 1858 with the design for Central Park, Olmsted (1822-1903) and his successor firms undertook nearly 6,000 landscape projects.

Olmsted Trail

Explore the map and discover some of the most iconic Olmsted projects and places.

Calendar of Events

From webinars to walking tours, these upcoming events will introduce you to the enduring work of the Olmsted firm. Hosting an event? Submit it for consideration!
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Conversations with Olmsted

This popular webinar series explores how Olmsted’s ideas can help address today’s challenges.

Conferences & Symposia

Dive into the details! Our conferences focus on specific areas of the Olmsteds’ work, such as campus planning and conservation.

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Frederick Law Olmsted: The Seven S’s of Olmsted Design

Frederick Law Olmsted: His Essential Theory

Design Projects

Over a period of a hundred years, Frederick Law Olmsted and the Olmsted firm completed thousands of projects, and several platforms are dedicated to showcasing this work and legacy.

Olmsted National Historic Site

Olmsted’s home and office, known as Fairsted, was acquired by the National Park Service in 1979 and houses his archives.

Olmsted Papers Project

Olmsted left an invaluable resource of personal and professional papers.
  • Meet Charles E. Beveridge

Resources

Research is fundamental to understanding the evolution and significance of a historic designed landscape.
  • Bibliography

OlmstedOnline

Visit OlmstedOnline, our comprehensive digital platform of Olmsted projects.

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Privatization of Our Parks Is A Real Danger

Olmsted Action

Wherever Olmsted landscapes are threatened, the Olmsted Network aims to bring a national voice. Learn more about our advocacy efforts.

Advocacy Toolkit

Looking to revitalize a public landscape? This toolkit will help!

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The Open Gate: Barbara Walker

Biltmore’s Azalea Garden: A Tribute to Chauncey Beadle

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The Olmsted Network is the hub for all things Olmsted! Join our diverse and growing group.
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Our Network

Our network is made up of hundreds of conservancies, friends groups, scholars, professionals and interested individuals throughout the country.

Partner Directory

Meet our partners! These organizations are on the frontlines of caring for Olmsted parks and places.

Olmsted Forward

Under 35? Join our young professionals network to learn more about advocating for Olmsted landscapes and principles.

Toolkits

Our collection of toolkits makes it easier to find research and resources, advocate for landscapes and incorporate Olmsted in your school programs.

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Our blog features articles on Olmsted and the Olmsted firm, updates from our partners and news from the Olmsted Network.

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Explore Olmsted’s work in a variety of topics, including landscape architecture and design, public health, equity and inclusion, and more.
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  • Colleagues & Firm
    • Calvert Vaux
    • Henry Hobson Richardson
    • Charles Eliot
    • John Charles Olmsted
    • Frederick Law Olmsted Jr.
    • Olmsted Firm
    • Successors
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  • Olmsted Trail
  • Calendar of Events
    • Submit an Event
  • Conversations with Olmsted
  • Conferences & Symposia
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  • Olmsted National Historic Site
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    • Meet Charles E. Beveridge
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Personal Reflections

Fred and Me: Love is strange

Author Sara Benincasa writes about her love for Frederick Law Olmsted.
Sara Benincasa April 13, 2023
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