Education Division
Section 2, Garden History and Design Exhibit
Beyond the Green
“The American landscape itself was the source of Olmsted’s earliest lessons in aesthetics but that influence was soon supplemented by the writings of late eighteenth-century English landscape gardeners, travelers, and theorists of landscape art.
“Olmsted differed from gardeners not only in the style and scale of his work, but also in his concept of the process by which he intended his designs to affect those who viewed them.”
Charles Beveridge, Editor, Papers of Frederick Law Olmsted
Frederick Law Olmsted, Sr.: A Legacy of 200 years—1822-2022
“Frederick Law Olmsted’s visionary design principles are followed by landscape designers today. This video exhibit will showcase Olmsted’s genius of design, his legacy, how his aesthetic theories differed from other landscape architects of his time, and illustrate why his principles and elements of design were revolutionary.”
Statement of Intent: “Fredrick Law Olmsted revolutionized landscape architecture and created visionary masterworks. This video celebrates his unparalleled legacy, theories, and pioneering principles of design still relevant today.”
~The Garden Club of America, Garden History & Design Committee
“A captivating and expertly produced documentary that provides an engrossing glimpse into the life and works of Frederick Law Olmsted. This carefully researched, thoughtfully curated, and visually appealing presentation provides a powerful introduction into the life and works of FLO, the Father of American Landscape Architecture. Eloquent language is artfully employed throughout the presentation to drive home the genius of Olmsted. Music is carefully introduced as the exhibit flows seamlessly through the early influences of Olmsted’s life and on to his major works.”
Exhibit produced by The Garden Club of America Garden History & Design Committee:
Video Production Team:
Lisa Gadsden, Chair
Gail Babnew, Vice Chair
Sarah Drake, Vice Chair
Kim Heyn, Vice Chair
Liz McLanahan, Vice Chair
Ryder Ziebarth, Zone IV Representative