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Why Parks Matter and Why Olmsted’s Work is Still Relevant Today?

Published July 30, 2018

 

https://blogs.loc.gov/loc/2018/07/new-online-papers-of-frederick-law-olmsted/

Olmsted 200 Celebration

Upcoming Events

Oct 15
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Volunteer Workday

Oct 17
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Olmsted and America’s Urban Parks film

Nov 19
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Volunteer Workday

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We couldn’t do what we do without our amazing sp We couldn’t do what we do without our amazing sponsors – thank you! We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone on Friday. Tickets are still available for purchase through the link in our bio. Look forward to seeing everyone there!
Day dreaming about last Saturday’s host/sponsor Day dreaming about last Saturday’s host/sponsor party! We hope all of our attendees had as good of a time as we did! Huge thank you to board member and gracious host, @jenwfletch, for opening her beautiful home up to us! And thank you to @_affairs_to_remember_ and @decaturpackagestore for the delicious food and drink! We hope to see you all at our gala on September 23!!!
We’re less than a month away! Join the Olmsted L We’re less than a month away! Join the Olmsted Linear Park Association for this year’s Benefit Gala on Friday, Sept. 23 from 7-11 pm. Enjoy dancing, delicious food and an auction for incredible prizes – all for a great cause. Link to purchase tickets and learn more in bio! . . . . #olmsted200 #olmstedlinearparkalliance #exploringolmstedatl #nonprofit #supportlocalparks #OLPA
We had a great board meeting earlier this week! Th We had a great board meeting earlier this week! Thank you so much to @fernbankmuseum for hosting us! Ps: are you jealous of our photo in front of the dinosaur? Well you too can take a similar photo at our benefit gala on September 23! Head on over to our website for more information! #olmsted200 #olmstedlinearparkalliance #exploringolmstedatl #nonprofit #boardmeeting #supportlocalparks
It’s a beautiful day in the park for our Olmsted It’s a beautiful day in the park for our Olmsted200 artisan market!! Come out and support our park, local vendors, and enjoy the sunshine! We have activities, food, and drinks for all ages!!! #exploringolmstedatl #olmsted200 #artisanmarket #historicdruidhills #nonprofit
Join authors Jennifer J. Richardson and Spencer Tu Join authors Jennifer J. Richardson and Spencer Tunnell II on Thursday, April 28, as they discuss their book, Olmsted’s Linear Park. More information and registration is linked in the bio. 📗
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