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The Life of Mary Olmsted
Sunday, September 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Images: Left: 1853 Map of Staten Island, NYPL Right: Mary Olmsted, 1863, Historic New England Collection
OBH Advisor and artist-historian Giuseppe Settinieri will present on the life of Staten Islander Mary Cleveland Olmsted.
Mary is mainly known as the wife of journalist, social critic, and Central Park co-designer Frederick Law Olmsted.
We will learn more about this amazing and prominent woman, including her role as manager of Tosomock Farm!
SUNDAY, SEPT 17, 2023, 2-3 PM
Light refreshments will be served after the event.
CONFERENCE HOUSE VISITORS CENTER
7455 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10307
PLEASE NOTE:
Our free exhibit, “Heart of a House: The Olmsted-Beil House” is available to view at this location.
Feel free to tour it after the event and learn about the house’s rich history.
THIS IS A FREE EVENT
Registration is required.
To register, email: gsettini@gmail.com