Conservation & Advocacy

The Olmsteds laid the groundwork for the creation of national parks for all Americans. Yet today, national and local parks are challenged by maintenance backlogs, invasive plants and the consequences of climate change. Learn about conservation challenges and advocacy efforts – and what you can do to help.

Recent News & Articles

Landscape Architecture & Design

Franklin Park Action Plan: Restoring Olmsted’s Forgotten Haven

Franklin Park, a neglected park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted as part of Boston’s famed Emerald Necklace, sees a comprehensive action plan after a three-year planning process.
Landscape Architecture & Design

Bicentennial Investments

Olmsted 200 has inspired a renewal of interest in Olmsted parks and places— and the principles behind them. This post showcases a sampling of the many magnificent investments that dedicated communities are making in their landscapes across the country.
Conservation & Advocacy

National Association for Olmsted Parks to become the Olmsted Network

The managing partner of Olmsted 200 is changing its name! But its focus on advocacy, stewardship, and education remains the same.
Olmsted 200

NAOP Recognizes Commitment to Olmsted Legacy

The National Association for Olmsted Parks (NAOP) honored four dedicated individuals for their accomplishments at a special luncheon in San Francisco.
Olmsted 200

NAOP President’s Award Recipients Honored with Custom Oak & Oscar Watch

To mark the bicentennial, Oak & Oscar have created three commemorative Olmsted watches to #CelebrateOlmsted. Two watches will serve as awards, while the third watch will be raffled in support of NAOP’s work.
Field Notes

Preserving Olmsted’s Forest

A call to designate and protect Goodwin’s Wilds in Hartford, CT.
Field Notes

Midway Plaisance Advisory Council faces threatened destruction of wetland

In the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, development continues to threaten Frederick Law Olmsted’s historic parklands.
Conservation & Advocacy

National Trust Preservation Funds: Guidelines & Eligibility

A small grant at the right time can go a long way and is often the catalyst that inspires a community to take action on a preservation project. Grants generally start at $2,500 and range up to $5,000. There are three deadlines per year in February, June, and October. The selection process is very competitive.
Olmsted 200

NAOP To Receive Prestigious Medal from American Society of Landscape Architects

NAOP is among the 2022 Honors Recipients announced by the American Society of Landscape Architects on Tuesday. NAOP will receive the Olmsted Medal.
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