Olmstead Collection

Twinkle little star
Young girl with her doll watches the evening star from her bed. Artist: Clara Olmstead Date: 1909

Young girl sewing
Young girl out in her garden sewing. Artist: Clara Olmstead Date: 1909

Land of the counterpane
Young girl in bed with her teddy bear playing with her toys on the counterpane. Artist: Clara Olmstead Date: 1909

Buttercups & daisies
Young children in a field of buttercups and daisies. Artist: Clara Olmstead Date: 1909

Boy on a swing
Young boy on a swing, aided by his elder sister. Artist: Clara Olmstead Date: 1909

Playing with a yacht
Children by a pond on a sunny day, playing with their model yacht. Artist: Clara Olmstead Date: 1909

Front cover of London Life featuring Gertrude Olmstead, 1925
Front cover of London Life featuring film star Gertrude Olmstead, 1925 Date: 1925

Gertrude Olmstead (1897 1975), American actress in silent films

BUFFALO STATE HOSPITAL. The Buffalo State Hospital in Buffalo, New York. Photograph, 1965

FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED (1822-1903). American landscape architect

LOUISVILLE: CENTRAL PARK. Central Park, Louisville, Kentucky, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Photographed c1900

FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED (1822-1903). American landscape architect

WA, Olmstead Place SP, Original Olmstead log cabin

FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED (1822-1903). American landscape architect. Wood engraving, American, 1873

SILENT FILM STILL: COUPLES. Reginald Denny and Gertrude Olmstead in a scene from a movie of the 1920s

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"Olmstead: A Journey Through Time and Beauty" In the vast expanse of the night sky, twinkling like little stars, lies the legacy of Olmstead. Just as a young girl delicately sews her dreams together, so did Frederick Law Olmsted weave his vision for landscapes that would captivate generations. Step into a world reminiscent of "The Land of Counterpane, " where buttercups and daisies dance in harmony with nature's symphony. Like a boy on a swing, let your spirit soar amidst Olmstead's creations, feeling the exhilaration only pure freedom can bring. From playing with yachts to gracing the front cover of London Life in 1925, Gertrude Olmstead embodied the timeless elegance that mirrored her family's artistic prowess. Yet beyond fame and glamour lay another facet of Olmstead's story - one rooted in compassion. Buffalo State Hospital stands as a testament to this compassionate side; its walls echoing stories of healing and hope. In Buffalo, New York, Frederick Law Olmsted left an indelible mark on this institution through his thoughtful design that aimed to nurture both body and soul. Traveling further south to Louisville's Central Park reveals yet another masterpiece by this American landscape architect extraordinaire. With every step taken within its boundaries, visitors are transported into a realm where nature embraces humanity with open arms. Frederick Law Olmsted was not merely an architect but also an artist who painted landscapes with living brushstrokes. His genius transformed barren spaces into vibrant tapestries teeming with life and vitality. As we delve deeper into history, it becomes clear that Olmstead was more than just a name; it represented innovation blended seamlessly with empathy. Let us celebrate this visionary whose impact continues to shape our world today – from enchanting gardens to urban oases – forever etching his name among legends.