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A typical pathway from 'A book of pictures in Roland Park, Baltimore, Maryland' 1911

Tour: Walking the Paths of Roland Park

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Post published:March 8, 2017
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Sunday, April 9, 2-4 pm $40 On this popular seasonal adventure, discover and explore the unique footpaths of the Roland Park community while learning about the history and architecture of…

Rutherford Platt’s lecture on the Humane Metropolis since Olmsted

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Post published:November 16, 2014
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Frederick Law Olmsted, Sr. believed that the built environment could promote democratic values and behaviors. He put this belief into practice, designing public parks to be accessible to all, places…

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New spring walking tour of Clifton Park on May 4!

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Post published:April 11, 2014
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Explore the rich history of Clifton Park, originally the 19th Century summer estate of Johns Hopkins on May 4, 2014 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Learn more on our event page…

View of the Anacostia River at the 11th Street Bridge, Navy Yard and Anacostia neighborhood. 1960.

Explore Environmental History Lecture Series

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Post published:April 6, 2014
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Explore Environmental History Lecture Series, Spring 2014 The success of last fall's Explore Environmental History series inspired us to bring you a new series this spring! Baltimore City Historical Society, Friends…

Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr., (1870-1957), who led planning efforts by the Olmsted firm on Maryland projects for more than four decades.

Take a short course on the Olmsted Legacy in Baltimore

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Post published:August 13, 2013
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Join FMOPL in the classroom and in the field in September 2013! Dr. Ed Orser, Lauren Schiszik, and several expert guest speakers will explore the rich Olmsted legacy in Baltimore…