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Cornell Cooperative Extension Presents: Rochester's Olmstead Parks Online
-This talk will present an introduction to the life and accomplishments of Frederick Law Olmsted, pioneer of the modern urban park. We will first explore the history of urban parks, then move to the early life of Olmsted, leading to the creation of Central Park. Also covered are the major projects of Olmsted and the Olmsted firm, and the Rochester (now Monroe County) Park System, partially designed by Olmsted. Registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link.
Registration is required with an active email address for Zoom link. You will receive the link via email before the program. This program is hosted by the Hamlin Public Library. If you have any questions, please call the library at 964-2320. The Master Gardener Series is brought to you by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County and is available thanks to a consortium of MCLS libraries who are sharing resources and connecting communities.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM. Please register at least 24 hours prior to the event to receive the Zoom link to attend.
- Date:
- Thursday, October 1, 2026
- Time:
- 6:30pm - 7:30pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Library:
- Hamlin Public Library
- Online:
- This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email.
- Audience:
- Adults
- Categories:
- Local History