Olmsted’s 1865 Yosemite Report asserted that it is the “main duty of government... [to] provide means of protection for all its citizens in the pursuit of happiness” against the obstacles posed by the “selfishness of individuals...” Read the report here: ow.ly/4z0A50UlaAr

Explore the origins of our nine-foot-tall Big Head Fred mascot! Take a trip to Manhattan’s Garment District where we met the puppet-makers at Randy Carfagno Productions (Randy Carfagno). Read more: ow.ly/2CM350UoC0a

We recently teamed up with Trinity College and The Walden Woods Project for "Frederick Law Olmsted: The Natural Democracy of Parks." Watch this insightful 90-minute presentation by historian and filmmaker Laurence Cotton now: youtu.be/XrHdllyA0bY?si…

In 1897, John Charles Olmsted raced to Buffalo. Under the headline, “Olmsted Threw a Brick at the Park Board,” papers reported that the landscape architect condemned the proposed location of a new building in Delaware Park. From our Reprints series: ow.ly/77wc50U0MR5

Is your group interested in learning more about Olmsted's life, work, and legacy? Our team often presents at virtual and in-person events across the country. Iquire via [email protected].

Join us this Tuesday for “Utica’s Olmsted Footprint: Then & Now.” In this free webinar, Phil Bean will share a brief history of Olmsted Brothers' parks and residential designs in Utica, NY. Learn more: ow.ly/PM0B50VS3Av

Join us tonight! 🌳 Discover the beauty of Utica’s Olmsted parks in a free one-hour webinar with Philip Bean, President of Olmsted City of Greater Utica. Register now: ow.ly/cYql50WpSY7

Join us on August 19 for a free webinar about the importance of trees! During the webinar, partners across the country will share their experiences conducting tree surveys, deciding on new plantings and more. Register now: ow.ly/ESKU50VVf6h

Many know of Frederick Law Olmsted's work on Mont Royal in Montreal, but #DYK the Olmsteds’ work in Canada included around 100 other projects stretching from British Columbia to Nova Scotia? Learn more in this article from Nacy Pollock-Ellwand: ow.ly/7leW50TSVci

#ICYMI— The Olmsted Network is proud to announce Sue Breitkopf as our new President, effective May 27, 2025. Read more: ow.ly/gegu50VZFtE

The Olmsted Network is saddened to share the passing of Betsy Shure Gross, a founding board member and former co-chair of our organization. Learn about Betsy and her lifelong commitment to public landscapes in this tribute: ow.ly/6imH50Wtr02

#ICYMI, Philip Bean's recent presentation on the Olmsted legacy in Utica, NY, is now available on YouTube: ow.ly/eAae50WtrkL

Following our 2023 conference in the Midwest, we partnered with Visit Milwaukee to educate locals and visitors alike on the area’s rich Olmsted heritage. Check out the webpage: ow.ly/75Xh50Syklo

The Friends of Fairsted recently announced the recipients of this year’s prestigious Beveridge Research Grant, supporting original research and creative work that deepens public understanding of Frederick Law Olmsted’s legacy. Learn more: ow.ly/wfOR50WtrGL

Sara Cedar Miller worked for Central Park for 40 years! Miller, who served as park photographer from 1984-1989 and historian from 1989-2024, witnessed the park transform into one of the world's most visited sites. Our interview is here: ow.ly/how350SyY0F

#DYK Malcolm X read The Cotton Kingdom, Olmsted’s first-hand account of slavery in the South prior to the Civil War? He said the book “opened my eyes to the horrors suffered when the slaves was landed in the United States.”

The Olmsted Network invites you to join us for "Defending Common Ground: An Olmsted Parks Intensive" on October 23–25 in Washington, D.C. Register now: ow.ly/TTWb50WzFNb

Join us on August 19 for a special webinar about the importance of trees in Olmsted places! During the program, partners across the country will share their experiences conducting tree surveys, deciding on new plantings and more. Register: ow.ly/IEJq50WB063

The Olmsted Network is saddened to share the passing of Betsy Shure Gross, a founding board member and former co-chair of our organization. Learn about Betsy and her lifelong commitment to public landscapes in this tribute: ow.ly/6imH50Wtr02

Welcome to the Olmsted Network Thomas Craine Public Library, Elk Rock Garden and PreservationWorks! We're thrilled to add you all to our growing list of partners: ow.ly/AjhR50WB19h