Rick Olmsted’s BIG Footprint on Washington DC

Location: Dolley Madison Library
Dolley Madison Meeting Room 1 & 2
1244 Oak Ridge Avenue
McLean, VA

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Join us for an enlightening presentation on Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr., the often-overlooked but transformative figure in city planning, park development, and natural preservation. Despite being overshadowed by his famous father, Frederick Law Olmsted, Sr., Rick Olmsted made monumental contributions that shaped Washington, DC, into a model city admired worldwide.

Frederick Law Olmsted's 1874 Plan for Landscaping the Capitol Grounds
Frederick Law Olmsted’s 1874 Plan for Landscaping the Capitol Grounds

About the Speaker:
Steve Livengood, Chief Guide and Public Historian at the United States Capitol Historical Society, will discuss Olmsted Jr.’s remarkable achievements and his impact on our nation’s capital. Discover how Olmsted Jr.’s innovative work has been instrumental in the development of Washington DC, yet remains underappreciated.

Registration:
Registrations open at 1:00pm on Friday, November 1, 2024. Don’t miss your chance to learn about this unsung hero of American history and city planning.