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Part 2 (rescheduled): The Three I’s of the 19th Century: Industry, Institutions, and Immigration
This event is part of a four-part series for the general public:
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Register for the entire 4-part series at a discounted rate of $36, or attend individual presentations at $10 each.
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Join New York City Councilman Joseph Borelli (District 51) and the Friends of Olmsted-Beil House for a ceremony celebrating the co-naming of Woods of Arden Road to Frederick Law Olmsted Way. Read More »
Some of the greatest challenges of Olmsted's career were overcome while designing the landscape around Vanderbilt Mausoleum. Read more »
FREE ADMISSION
Recommended for children 5-12 years of age.
A Tour of Olmsted-Beil House Park and Olmsted's Great Trees by naturalist Ray Matarazzo
A lesson in landscape sketching by artist Sarah Yuster.
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Family Friendly - Free Admission
Join historian and filmmaker Laurence Cotton (originator of and consulting producer to the PBS special “Frederick Law Olmsted: Designing America”) as he shares the remarkable life and career of the Renaissance-man Olmsted--writer, philosopher, social reformer, advocate for the preservation of natural scenery, and creator of some of the most beautiful public and private parks and gardens in all of N. America. Mr. Cotton will include a focus on Olmsted’s life on Staten Island and his time at Tosomock Farm. Register here »
Drop by to view collectables and chat with the collectors
Bring the kids for a free craft project!
THIS IS A FREE EVENT.
These clean-ups are It’s My Park Events presented in conjunction with Partnership for Parks. Assist us in our efforts to make this historic property one of Staten Island's most inviting parks! Read more »
Presented by the Friends of Olmsted-Beil House presents
Joseph Smith, Performing Artist of Living History, will bring to life the experiences of Frederick Law Olmsted on Staten Island.
There will be two performances (Friday Dec. 2 & Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7 pm) providing two unique opportunities to enjoy this extraordinary event hosted by Friends of Olmsted-Beil House.
When in Manhattan, please make time to stop by Central Park's Arsenal Gallery for some holiday inspiration, courtesy of NYC Park's annual "Wreath Interpretations" exhibition. Visit and admire the Olmsted 200 wreath, created by multi-talented FOBH board members Tina Kaasmann-Dunn and Felicity Beil, on view now through December 30th. In her artist statement, Tina says,… Read More »FOBH Creates Wreath Honoring Olmsted on His 200th Birthday
A virtual presentation via Zoom by landscape architect and urban planner Sara Zewde. Free event. More details and to register »
Presentation on Staten Island's Participation in the World's Fair. Registration required. More information »