She is widely considered to have been the first American woman to become a certified architect, and she left her […]
Mission Statement
To protect and preserve Olmsted Linear Park by engaging and educating the public to treasure and invest in the improvement of this historic, landmark asset, and to champion the teaching and legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted in creating thoughtful, well-designed greenspace to enhance urban living.
About Us
The Olmsted Linear Park Alliance (OLPA) is a public-private partnership that was founded in 1997 to implement Frederick Law Olmsted's original vision for the Olmsted Linear Park through a master plan adopted by the City of Atlanta, DeKalb County and Fernbank, Inc. Through a series of capital campaigns, OLPA raised more than $10 million to ensure the restoration and preservation of the Park. Now, all six segments of the park — Springdale, Virgilee, Oak Grove, Shadyside, Dellwood, and Deepdene have been rehabilitated for everyone to enjoy. Children ride their bikes, exercise enthusiasts run along the paved pathways and dogs and their owners enjoy a leisurely stroll through the old-growth forest. This historic Olmsted Linear Park allows visitors from all walks of life to enjoy the tranquility of an urban oasis in the heart of Atlanta and the Druid Hills community.
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Planners and designers are linking labor, social services and maintenance to building projects by prioritizing the concept of “care.” By Alexandra Lange, […]
Deepdene Park on Ponce de Leon Avenue in Atlanta is an imminent issue, said Eric Meyer, policy analyst in Rader’s […]
National Geographic profiled urban trails including Olmsted Linear Parks. Read the entire article here: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/heres-the-revolutionary-idea-behind-americas-urban-trails
OLPA Presents “Atlanta’s Historic Druid Hills and Chicago’s Village of Riverside”A Perspective on Frederick Law Olmsted’s First & Last Residential […]
Olmsted Linear Park Alliance (OLPA) is a proud celebration partner of the Olmsted 200 campaign, a nationwide celebration honoring the […]
