Conversations with Olmsted: Creating Parks for the Ages
A Discussion with Olmsted Park Leaders in New York City, Louisville and Seattle as part of @olmsted200, exploring different aspects of Olmsted’s far-reaching influence on America’s physical landscape and social fabric. Frederick Law Olmsted and the Olmsted firm believed that thoughtfully-designed public parks could bring communities together and provide residents and visitors with a host of health, economic and environmental benefits. Over a century after their creation, parks in New York, Louisville and Seattle face new opportunities and challenges.
Moderated by Karen Phillips in conversation with three innovative leaders of historic Olmsted parks, this program will examine the importance of public parks in addressing today’s ecological, social, and cultural changes as well as the need to sustain them for future generations. Featuring Karen Phillips, Susan Donoghue, Layla George and Jennifer Ott.
Time: 20:00 BST
