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Presentation by Patricia M. Salmon on how Frederick Law Olmsted lived on Staten Island and launched a legacy that shaped American landscapes.
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By the 1700’s, homestead graveyards were established by prosperous landowners on their own oversized properties throughout Staten Island. What happened to them? Do any still exist? Were they built over? Details and Registration »
Artist and historian Giuseppe Settinieri will take attendees on a trip back to 1870s Staten Island to learn about the courtship of Danish immigrant Frederick Jessen and Travis resident Auguste Korner. Their story will be told through Frederick’s love letters, which were found in Travis 50 years ago. Details & Registration »