Olmsted Collection

Frederick Law Olmsted
FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED American landscape architect

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The Biltmore Estate is one of Frederick Law Olmsted's finest landscapes and includes a six-acre lagoon that reflects the majestic mansion that is located near Asheville, North Carolina

Pine & mountain views at Olmsted Point
USA, California, Yosemite NP, Pine & mountain views at Olmsted Point

The Singing Tower, The Taj Mahal of America, Mountain Lake, Florida, c1930s
The Singing Tower, " The Taj Mahal of America", Mountain Lake, Florida, c1930s. Gothic Revival, Art Deco Singing Tower containing 60 carillon bells, designed by Milton B Medary

The Mall, Central Park, New York, c1897. Creator: Unknown
The Mall, Central Park, New York, c1897. A pedestrian esplanade in Central Park, Manhattan designed to plans by plan of Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux

Mount Royal Park, Montreal, c1897. Creator: Unknown
Mount Royal Park, Montreal, c1897. he park was originally designed by Frederick Law Olmsted (who also co-designed New York Citys Central Park From " A Tour Through the New World America")

Kellett XR-10 under test at Olmsted Air Force Base, Middletown, PA

Ampitheatre, Iroquois Park, 1942. Artist: Caufield & Shook
Ampitheatre, Iroquois Park, 1942. From Souvenir of Louisville Ky.. [Curt Teich & Co. Inc. Chicago, 1942]

Sunset View From Olmsted Point Towards Half Dome, Yosemite National Park; California, United States Of America

Half Dome At Sunset During The Meadow Fire, As Seen From Near Olmsted Point Along The Tioga Pass Road In Yosemite National Park; California, United States Of America

Half Dome Seen From Olmsted Point, Yosemite National Park; California, United States Of America

Map for the city of Tacoma, Washington, prepared by Frederick Law Olmsted and G. K. Radford, 1873
MAP: TACOMA, 1873. Map for the city of Tacoma, Washington, prepared by Frederick Law Olmsted and G.K. Radford, 1873

Denison Olmsted (1791-1859), American physicist and astronomer, known for his observations of hail, meteors and the aurora borealis. Engraving, 1896

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Frederick Law Olmsted, the visionary landscape architect behind some of America's most iconic parks and landmarks, left an indelible mark on the country's natural and urban landscapes. From Pine & mountain views at Olmsted Point in Yosemite National Park to The Mall in Central Park, New York, his designs continue to captivate visitors. Olmsted's genius is evident in The Singing Tower, also known as the Taj Mahal of America, located in Mountain Lake, Florida during the 1930s. This architectural masterpiece stands tall as a testament to his ability to blend nature and art seamlessly. His influence extended beyond national parks; he played a pivotal role in shaping cities too. Mount Royal Park in Montreal showcases his talent for creating harmonious green spaces within bustling metropolises. Similarly, Tacoma owes its well-planned cityscape to Olmsted's collaboration with G. K. Radford on their meticulously prepared map from 1873. Not limited to designing serene landscapes alone, Olmsted even had ties with military bases like Olmsted Air Force Base where Kellett XR-10 underwent testing. His versatility knew no bounds. One cannot overlook his contribution towards cultural spaces either - Iroquois Park's Ampitheatre stands as a testament to his vision for communal gathering places that celebrate art and entertainment. The breathtaking vistas from Olmsted Point towards Half Dome offer an unparalleled experience of Yosemite National Park's grandeur. Whether it be witnessing mesmerizing sunsets or capturing the fiery glow during Meadow Fire outbreaks near this vantage point along Tioga Pass Road – these moments are etched into memories forever. While Frederick Law Olmsted may not be associated with hail observations like Denison Olmstead (the American physicist and astronomer), both have made significant contributions that shaped our understanding of different fields over time. In essence, Frederick Law Olmstead was more than just a landscape architect.