Shared Spaces
Diverse voices exploring the Olmsteds' living legacy.
Field Notes
ON on the Move: California, Boston, & Chicago
In May, Olmsted Network President Sue Breitkopf and Senior Director of Programs & Partnerships Victoria Vanhuss traveled across seven cities in four states, from wildfire-impacted neighborhoods in Southern California to historic parklands in Boston and large-scale civic projects in Chicago.
Parks & Public Spaces
America at 250: Democracy and Public Spaces
In commemorating America’s 250th birthday, we must stand together for the public lands that define American life.
Conservation & Advocacy
The Olmsted Network Joins Coalition to Protect West Potomac Park
At stake is not only West Potomac Park but the principle that America’s civic landscapes must be shaped through transparent, lawful, and public processes.
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Field Notes
Olmsted’s First Walk in a Public Park
Nearly 175 years ago, Frederick Law Olmsted’s passion for parks as democratic spaces was ignited by a trip to Birkenhead Park in England.
Conferences & Events
Recap: Pop-Up Atlanta
The Olmsted Network’s recent trip to Atlanta, GA, from April 4-6, 2025, included tours of the Atlanta Beltline Eastside Trail, Druid Hills, Olmsted Linear Park, Grant Park, Piedmont Park and more.
Field Notes
Act Now: Stand with Fairsted
The Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site—known as Fairsted—faces budget and staff reductions.
Field Notes
Revitalizing Portland’s Olmsted Parks
In this Q&A, Suzanne Bishop explains how a passionate group of advocates are pushing for a new parks funding model in Oregon’s largest city.
Field Notes
Apply Now: 2025 PGMS Green Star Awards
Honor your Olmsted-influenced landscape by applying for the Professional Grounds Management Society's Olmsted Award category by June 15, 2025.
Conservation & Advocacy
SOS: Franklin Park
On Wednesday, March 5, the Olmsted Network hosted a discussion on the privatization of White Stadium in Boston’s Franklin Park. Watch the webinar recording now and take action by signing onto our letter by Monday, March 10.
Olmsted & Friends Interviews
Olmsted and Friends: Meet Arleyn Levee
Meet Arleyn Levee, an ardent and vocal advocate who has served the Olmsted Network in countless forms since its founding in 1980.
Personal Reflections
A Visit to Prospect Park
Come along as Mark Roessler, our communications specialist, visits Olmsted and Vaux’s Prospect Park with Prospect Park Alliance Archivist Amy Peck.
Field Notes
New Scenic Overlook Coming to Cherokee Park
Olmsted Parks Conservancy announces investment of more than $300,000 in Chauffeur’s Rest section of Cherokee Park.
Advocacy
The Olmsted Network Joins Coalition to Protect West Potomac Park
At stake is not only West Potomac Park but the principle that America’s civic landscapes must be shaped through transparent, lawful, and public processes.
Defending America’s Civic Landscapes
The Olmsted Network joins the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s legal efforts to protect the integrity of the White House grounds.
White Stadium Case Heads to Massachusetts’ Highest Court
The Olmsted Network defends Boston’s Emerald Necklace—and public parks nationwide.
Olmsted & Friends
This series of interviews highlights the people who have long championed Olmsted and the Olmsted Network.
Olmsted & Friends Interviews
Olmsted & Friends: Meet David Price
David Price is due to retire in June 2026 after 39 years of service to Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, FL, overseeing the most significant period of growth in the landscape's 100+ year history.
Olmsted & Friends Interviews
Olmsted & Friends: Meet Christian Zimmerman
Over the course of 35 years, Christian Zimmerman oversaw the restoration of Olmsted’s Prospect Park in Brooklyn, NY.
Olmsted & Friends Interviews
Olmsted & Friends: Meet Layla George
Layla George, Olmsted Network board member and former Olmsted Parks Conservancy President, shares her appreciation for Olmsted in this brief interview.
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