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Remington Woods Design Contest
The Connecticut Green Bank and the Sierra Club Connecticut Chapter in partnership with Bridgeport and Stratford community members, stakeholders, and organizations invite the submittal of designs for Remington Woods to this contest from firms, landscape architects, and designers (regardless of experience) for the purpose of advocating for Remington Woods to be conserved for the public’s […]
World Premier Screening: The Return of the Old Growth Forests
Cinestudios presents the world premier of the documentary film, The Return of the Old Growth Forests, at its theater on Trinity Campus in Hartford, CT. The film is about an hour long and includes footage of nearby Keney Park (an Olmsted park started in 1895; the Keney Park Sustainability Project is one of our partners). […]
Hartford, CT
Community Volunteer Day – Fun on the Hill
Join us for a day of outdoor fun and community service at our Early Spring Weeding Event in Riverside Park! As the warmer weather approaches, it’s the perfect time to roll up our sleeves and help maintain our local green spaces. This event will be a fantastic opportunity to connect with nature, meet new people, […]
New York, NY
Presentation on the Life of Mary Olmsted
Friends of Olmsted-Beil House advisor and artist-historian Giuseppe Settinieri will give a free presentation on the life of Staten Islander Mary Cleveland Olmsted. Mary is mainly known as the wife of journalist, social critic, and Central Park co-designer Frederick Law Olmsted. We will learn more about this amazing and prominent woman, including her role as […]
Staten Island, NY
The Evolution of Shelburne Farms
Join the Olmsted Network for a webinar with Alec Webb and Megan Camp, president and executive vice president of Shelburne Farms. Together, they’ll explore the farm’s rich history and its evolution from a Gilded Age agricultural estate to a renowned education non-profit on a mission to inspire and cultivate learning for a sustainable future. In […]
Biltmore Blooms
A long-time spring tradition, Biltmore Blooms celebrates Biltmore’s historic gardens and grounds and the return of warm weather, featuring a progression of thousands of spring flowers growing across the property. Starting with daffodils, followed by the tulips, wisteria, azaleas, rhododendron, and roses, the estate offers something new on a near-daily basis. Biltmore Blooms honors the genius of landscape architect […]
Asheville, NC
Chihuly at Biltmore
Amherst at Deerpark, the estate’s exhibit center, is the setting for Chihuly at Biltmore, an intimate look at works created by globally-renowned artist Dale Chihuly. Curated especially for Biltmore, the exhibit will feature pedestal works, Drawings, and large-scale installations of Chandeliers, Towers, Mille Fiori, and Neon, showcasing Chihuly’s artistic process and influences. A leader in the development of glass as a fine […]
Asheville, NC
Car Free Cherokee Park in March
On the last Sunday of each month, the Olmsted Parks Conservancy in Louisville, Kentucky, closes Cherokee Park to automobiles so that pedestrians and bicyclists can enjoy the Scenic Loop without traffic.
Louisville, KY
98th Annual Easter Sunrise Service
Experience Easter as the sun rises across Iron Mountain. Service will include carillon music, sacred hymns, and an inspirational message. Gates open at 6 a.m. Free admission to all until 8:00 a.m. Gardens’ Carillonneur Geert D’hollander will begin the celebration at 6:30 a.m. with a selection of seasonal compositions performed on the 60-bell Singing Tower […]
Lake Wales, FL
Carillon Classic 5K Presented by Adventhealth
Popular for its demanding course and beautiful scenery, the race has become an annual tradition for running enthusiasts. The event was established in 2012 and has grown in popularity over the years as many runners consider it Florida’s most challenging 5K course. One of the race’s most unique aspects is the Singing Tower’s musical encouragement […]
Lake Wales, FL
Grant Park: Trees, Trails, History and Architecture
Grant Park is Atlanta’s oldest park and was donated to the City by Lemuel Pratt Grant in 1882. Visitors will enjoy learning about the park’s trees and some of its historic and architectural highlights, including the Lion Bridge and the Milledge and Erskine fountains, all recently restored by the Grant Park Conservancy. The Conservancy also […]
Atlanta, GA
Lake Wales Envisioned at Redfish Film Fest
Lake Wales Envisioned, a documentary about Lake Wales and its Olmsted-inspired plan for growth, has been selected for the Redfish Film Fest in Panama City. The film, which you can watch here, will be shown twice during the event. Created by graphic designer and filmmaker Lee Dover, it tells the story of how Lake Wales citizens […]
Panama City, FL
Planting Fields Spring 5K
Celebrate springtime with Planting Fields in Oyster Bay, NY, with a 5K course. As you run, jog or walk through various terrains of the Olmsted Brothers-designed landscapes, you will journey through history, passing landmarks such as the Carshalton Gates and Taxus Field, and enjoy the blooms of the season. Whether you’re a serious runner, or just […]
Oyster Bay, NY
Muddy River Cleanup 2024
Registration is live for the 16th annual Muddy River Cleanup on Saturday, April 20! The Muddy River Cleanup is a part of the Annual Earth Day Charles River Cleanup; this event takes place throughout the Charles River Watershed and builds on a national effort as part of American Rivers’ National River Cleanup® which, to date, has […]
Boston, MA
What Can We Do About Climate Change?
Scientists agree that we can halt the rising temperatures, but only if we take action decisively and quickly. What are the needed actions? Come see for yourself using EN-ROADS, a global climate simulator that allows users to explore the impact that dozens of policies—such as electrifying transport, pricing carbon, and improving agricultural practices—have on hundreds […]
Lake Walkes, FL
Pop-Up Boston
The Olmsted Network invites you to visit Boston from April 23-25— the first in a new series of affinity travel trips. Join us for a glimpse into Olmsted’s life and work as expert guides lead us through notable parks and places. The Itinerary On Tuesday afternoon, Dede Petri, Olmsted Network’s President & CEO, and Mark Zelonis […]
Boston, MA
Live from Fairsted: Celebrating Olmsted’s 202nd Birthday
The Olmsted Network invites you to commemorate Frederick Law Olmsted’s 202nd birthday with a virtual trip to Fairsted, the Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site (FLONHS). Join us as we explore the property’s history, share its preservation story and learn more about its current life as a National Park Service (NPS) historic site. In 1883, […]
Historic Druid Hills Home & Garden Tour
As the longest-running home tour in Atlanta, the Historic Druid Hills Home & Garden Tour has showcased many stunning homes over the years. Brought to you by the Druid Hills Civic Association and organized by an army of volunteers, it is the one Atlanta home tour you don’t want to miss!
Atlanta, GA
Prescribed Burn Presentation
Have you ever wondered why Bok Tower Gardens burns their natural lands? Have you ever thought about how ecological succession can work in the absence of natural controls? Join us as we examine the science and art behind Bok Tower Garden’s work to restore sandhill habitat and the central role fire plays in that mission.
Lake Wales, FL
Conversations with Olmsted: Nature, Mental Health and the Campus Experience
Can campus design and connections to nature make students happier and result in a better educational experience? Frederick Law Olmsted thought so, and more and more modern campus leaders agree! Join us on May 21 for a discussion on how universities are connecting students to nature and using campus design to enhance mental and physical […]
Car Free Cherokee Park in May
On the last Sunday of each month, the Olmsted Parks Conservancy in Louisville, Kentucky, closes Cherokee Park to automobiles so that pedestrians and bicyclists can enjoy the Scenic Loop without traffic.
Louisville, KY
Pop-Up Seattle
The Olmsted Network invites you to an afternoon of tea at the historic Dunn Gardens in Seattle, WA, on June 21. Details coming soon. Want to be notified when registration opens for Pop Up Seattle? Sign up here. This experience is part of a new and exciting travel opportunity! In 2024, the Olmsted Network is […]
Seattle, WA
Greater & Greener— Seattle
Greater & Greener, presented by City Parks Alliance, is the only conference dedicated to exploring the full potential of parks as city-building tools. It’s a conference for doers from government, nonprofits, and communities who are utilizing the power of parks to create more sustainable, vibrant, and equitable cities. It’s the premier event for innovators and decision-makers from […]
Seattle, WA
Car Free Cherokee Park in June
On the last Sunday of each month, the Olmsted Parks Conservancy in Louisville, Kentucky, closes Cherokee Park to automobiles so that pedestrians and bicyclists can enjoy the Scenic Loop without traffic.
Louisville, KY
Pop-Up Staten Island
Ready for an unforgettable trip to Staten Island? Join the Olmsted Network— and Big Head Fred— for a special visit to Olmsted-Beil House Park, where Olmsted once lived and tested his scientific farming methods. Details coming soon. Want to be notified when registration opens for Pop Up Staten Island? Sign up here. This experience […]
Staten Island, NY
Car Free Cherokee Park in July
On the last Sunday of each month, the Olmsted Parks Conservancy in Louisville, Kentucky, closes Cherokee Park to automobiles so that pedestrians and bicyclists can enjoy the Scenic Loop without traffic.
Louisville, KY
2024 Annual Conference— Landscapes of Renewal: Olmsted, Vaux and Downing
In 1851, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux first met at Andrew Downing’s home, Highland Gardens, in Newburgh, NY. Drawn together by a shared aesthetic and democratic vision, the three pursued careers often centered around Hudson River landscapes and architecture. In addition to Downing Park, their final collaboration, Olmsted and Vaux worked on a range […]
Newburgh, NY
Village of Kohler Walking Tour
Walk through Kohler and view the village history through historical photographs and stories from the Kohler Company Archives. We’ll touch on some aspects of the Olmsted Brother’s master plan from the 1920s as we visit stops between the Waelderhaus and Ravine Park, highlighting a balance of natural beauty and community spaces.
Kohler, WI
ASLA 2024 Conference on Landscape Architecture and EXPO
The largest landscape architecture trade show in the world is held annually by ASLA in various cities throughout the United States. This year, it will be held in Washington, DC. The ASLA 2024 Conference on Landscape Architecture and EXPO draws more than 6,000 attendees and over 250 exhibitors each year. Attendees consistently rate the EXPO as their […]
Washington, DC
Pop-Up Buffalo
The Olmsted Network is heading to Buffalo for Halloween! Guided by a team of local experts, we’ll explore the Richardson-Olmsted campus and the city’s great parks and parkways. Details coming soon.