JOURNAL ARTICLE
Favorite Parks Designed by Olmsted.
Published In: American Heritage, 2023, v. 68, n. 4. P. 1 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: The Editors 3 of 3
Abstract
The article focuses on Frederick Law Olmsted is best remembered as the pioneer of landscape architecture in the U.S. It mentions he created a number of classic green spaces, often in collaboration with his sometime partner Calvert Vaux and also designed the grounds of a number of private estates for wealthy patrons. It also mentions notable among them is Central Park, Olmsted's 1858 debut and masterpiece, as well as Brooklyn's Prospect Park, another New York City jewel.
Additional Information
- Source:American Heritage. 2023/07, Vol. 68, Issue 4, p1
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:History
- Publication Date:2023
- ISSN:0002-8738
- Accession Number:164639693
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