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The Writing Life of Frederick Law Olmsted

Landscape architect and Harvard University professor Sara Zewde on Frederick Law Olmsted’s “Southern Chronicles” and the lessons his writings about slavery teach us today.

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Slideshow: A Timeline of the Life of Frederick Law Olmsted

Olmsted was more than the founder of American landscape architecture. He was an author, public servant and anti-slavery advocate, too. See the seminal moments of his extraordinary life.

Women and the Olmsted firm  

Learn more about the women behind the Olmsted firm

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Landscape Architecture & Design

A Combination of Frederick Law Olmsted and Leland Stanford’s Minds

Learn more about the design of the Stanford University in the late 19th Century.

John Charles Olmsted: Landscape Architect, Planner (1852–1920)

In this reprinted article, learn about Frederick Law Olmsted's adopted son, John Charles Olmsted.

Spotlight on… Terwilliger Parkway

Terwilliger Parkway in Portland, OR, was envisioned by John C. Olmsted at the turn of the 20th century.

In Memoriam: Joan Bozer

Remembering Joan Bozer (1928-2023) and the vital role she played in protecting Olmsted's work and legacy.

In Memoriam: Rudy Favretti and Sharon Casdin

Rudy Favretti and Sharon Casdin both committed themselves to furthering Olmsted's work and legacy.

Olmsted in the Arts

The Heyday of Visual Art in Prospect

A look at visual art exhibits in Prospect Park from 1984 to 1994.

Fred and Me: Love is strange

Author Sara Benincasa writes about her love for Frederick Law Olmsted.

Charles E. Beveridge

The Olmsted Firm— An Introduction

In this reprinted article, Charles E. Beveridge walks us through the evolution of the Olmsted firm.