Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
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Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site is a United States National Historic Site located in Brookline, Massachusetts, a suburb of Boston. Frederick Law Olmsted is recognized as the founder of American landscape architecture and the nation's foremost parkmaker of the 19th century.
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Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site is a United States National Historic Site located in Brookline, Massachusetts, a suburb of Boston. Frederick Law Olmsted is recognized as the founder of American landscape architecture and the nation's foremost parkmaker of the 19th century.
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A wonderful National Historic Site! We learned so much about the man and the ways his firm has shaped American outdoor spaces. The tour of the workshop was amazing for the details of technology at the time. You'll learn how blueprints are made, and get a sense of what document storage was like before computers. Outside, is the "shortest hike in the National Parks," a walk through the restored landscaping. The rangers were friendly and knowledgeable, led great tours and we thoroughly enjoyed it. You also can't beat free admission. We spent about an hour there.
Antonia FosterAntonia Foster
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Many people have jogged through the Emerald Necklace or Central Park (just to name a couple of the hundreds of projects) designed by F. L. Olmstead; fewer might know that Boston is where his latest dwelling is. The house has become a museum and can be visited; a wonderful guided tour will show you all the nooks and crannies of this marvelous home. I suggest asking about the "hidden" trail in the garden. Enjoy!!
Francesca GordiniFrancesca Gordini
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The NPS does a lovely job maintaining and interpreting this place. The park ranger leading the tour was very knowledgeable and had answers for every question we threw at her. The outside was looking a little bit rough on my visit, but the ranger said they were actively working on restoring the fencing and shutters along with a fresh paint job, so expect it to be looking much better in the coming months.
Cutter DunnCutter Dunn
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Guided tours start every 30 minutes which is highly recommended in order to see most of the house. The group size is limited to 8 due to the size of the rooms the tour takes place. Overall very interesting experience. After the tour, you might walk away with a much different view on how the Olmsted architectural firm shaped the public life in the US.
Chris KarlChris Karl
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Museum of Park Architecture and planning. We'll run with Park Rangers taking you through the offices / work stages of the park design etc. There were an interactive part for the class that we brought there, but doubt there is much interaction available for regular visitors. Slightly dated.
Kenn Soendergaard (RealLifeDad)Kenn Soendergaard (RealLifeDad)
10
It was great to see the home and office of the first Landscape Architect, signature designer of so many iconic American parks and communities. It was interesting to see what has changed and what has remained the same in the practice of Architecture and Engineering in the past century.
Bill RedmondBill Redmond
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Nearby Attractions Of Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
Brookline Reservoir Park
Thuro Skate Shop
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
Fisher Hill Reservoir Park
Viking Sports
Holy Transfiguration Monastery
Boston Disciples
Screen Printing By Airo
Audy's Village Mobil
One Stop Market
Brookline Reservoir Park
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Thuro Skate Shop
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Valvoline Instant Oil Change
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Fisher Hill Reservoir Park
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Dolma Mediterranean Cuisine
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Brother's Roast Beef & Pizza
Drive-By Pies
Meet Point Patisserie
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So kitchen
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Dolma Mediterranean Cuisine
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Chiharu Sushi & Noodle
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Rifrullo Cafe
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Bess's Cafe
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(617) 566-1689
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