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The Evergreen Ideals of OlmstedOctober 11 & October 25Wellesley College Oct 11 | Trinity College Oct 25- Event Home
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Trinity College Symposium Location
Smith House (Yellow Victorian House)
123 Vernon Street
Hartford, CTOverview
Not a man to be confined or defined by a singular pursuit, Frederick Law Olmsted was at turns a farmer, manager, reporter, activist, and author, all before he settled into his role as a landscape architect. This role, for which he is most widely known, represents the culmination of all his earlier pursuits, his love of travel, and his keen observation of nature and its powerful impact on health and wellbeing.
In honor of the 200th anniversary of his birth we celebrate both the man and the profession that emerged from his partnership with Calvert Vaux on the design of New York City’s Central Park. Olmsted’s reach spanned coast to coast, and in addition to parks, his work included hospitals, insane asylums, military housing, religious institutions, homes for the elderly, as well as colleges and universities.
Arguably more than any other art form, landscape architecture is ever evolving; maturation can take centuries, trees define space differently as they grow, and the passage of time continuously enriches outdoor spaces. College and university campuses likewise continue to evolve, but are memorialized in the mind’s eye of students, faculty, and visitors.
Join us this fall as the SCUP North Atlantic Region celebrates one remarkable man with two afternoon events on two campuses. Both three-hour events will include a presentation, a tour, and a reception.
Learning Outcomes
- Discuss the emergence of landscape architecture as a profession and its role as a significant contributor to space and place.
- Describe Olmsted’s understanding of social justice, landscape architecture’s ability to create equitable spaces, the importance of accessibility, and the convergence of these tenants in our society and on our campuses today.
- Explain how the natural environment and landscape architecture fosters mental health and wellbeing on campus and in the community.
- Evaluate the ways in which landscape design principles elevate two different campus settings, one in a bucolic suburban context and one at the urban edge.
Author and BiographerLandscape ArchitectNational Association for Olmsted ParksPartnerMichael Van Valkenburgh AssociatesGain visibility and be part of this event!
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2 Event Locations
October 11
Wellesley College
Dana Chapman Walsh Alumnae Hall Ballroom
106 Central Street
Wellesley, MA
(via main campus entry)October 25
Trinity College, Hartford, CT
123 Vernon Street (Yellow Victorian House)SHOW: All Sessions Workshops ToursTuesday, October 11, 20222:30 pm - 3:00 pmRegistration3:00 pm - 4:00 pmPresentationOlmsted and Academic Design
Presented by: Lauren Meier, Landscape Architect, National Association for Olmsted Parks | Emily Mueller de Celis, Partner, Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates
On the 200th anniversary of Frederick Law Olmsted’s birth, this symposium will celebrate the man, his legacy of landscape architecture, and the important preservation work of the National Association for Olmsted Parks. Come learn about Olmsted’s principles of campus design and explore how they’ve shaped Wellesley College and other seminal higher education campuses.
Learning Outcomes:
Applies to presentation and tour.- Discuss Fredrick Law Olmsted’s advocacy for justice, health, wellbeing, equity, and ultimately his creation of the profession of landscape architecture.
- Describe the breadth of work aimed at preserving Olmsted’s legacy of landscape architecture and expand your engagement with historic landscapes.
- Discuss specific principles of Olmsted’s campus design and provide examples of how these same ideals appear on your campus.
- Identify the manifestations of Olmsted’s campus design principles within the landscape of Wellesley College and explore projects aimed at connecting students to the heritage of their campus.
Credits apply to presentation and tour combined.
AIA LU 2.0 Unit (SCUPNA22M1)
AICP CM 2.0 Unit4:00 pm - 5:00 pmCampus Walking TourWellesley College Campus Tour
Guided by: Michelle Maheu, Director of Planning, Design, and Construction, Wellesley College | Emily Mueller de Celis, Partner, Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates
Join us for a campus walking tour highlighting Wellesley College’s twenty-year effort to “reclaim Wellesley’s landscape heritage for future generations.”
Learning Outcomes:
Applies to presentation and tour.- Discuss Fredrick Law Olmsted’s advocacy for justice, health, wellbeing, equity, and ultimately his creation of the profession of landscape architecture.
- Describe the breadth of work aimed at preserving Olmsted’s legacy of landscape architecture and expand your engagement with historic landscapes.
- Discuss specific principles of Olmsted’s campus design and provide examples of how these same ideals appear on your campus.
- Identify the manifestations of Olmsted’s campus design principles within the landscape of Wellesley College and explore projects aimed at connecting students to the heritage of their campus.
Credits apply to presentation and tour combined.
AIA LU 2.0 Unit (SCUPNA22M1)
AICP CM 2.0 Unit5:00 pm - 6:00 pmReceptionTuesday, October 25, 20222:30 pm - 3:00 pmRegistration3:00 pm - 4:00 pmPresentationThe Life of Olmsted: From Birth in Hartford to Trinity College Design
Presented by: Justin Martin, Author and Biographer
In continuation of the bicentennial celebration of Fredrick Law Olmsted’s birth, we’ll gather together at Trinity College in Olmsted’s birthplace of Hartford, CT. This presentation will detail Olmsted’s work and experiences that lead him down the path of becoming the renowned founder of landscape architecture. Come learn about Olmsted’s extraordinary life and discover how his design ideals shaped the Trinity College campus as it is today.
Learning Outcomes:
Applies to presentation and tour.- Explain how Olmsted’s life story and experiences shaped his work as the founder of landscape architecture.
- Discuss the breadth and historical importance of Olmsted’s work in landscape design as it relates to issues of equity, public open space, and more.
- Identify Olmsted’s key campus planning principals that influenced Trinity College and provide solutions to today’s campus landscape challenges.
- Evaluate the actual outcomes of Olmsted’s design principals in real space and time on Trinity College’s campus.
Credits apply to presentation and tour combined.
AIA LU 2.0 Unit (SCUPNAM322)
AICP CM 2.0 Unit4:00 pm - 5:00 pmCampus Walking TourTrinity College Campus Tour
Guided by: Phil Barlow, Founder, To Design
Join us for a tour of the Trinity College campus that will highlight key design elements of Olmsted’s vision, explore the careful shaping of the landscape and specimen vegetation, and discuss how his ideals give the campus a sense of place and timelessness.
Learning Outcomes:
Applies to presentation and tour.- Explain how Olmsted’s life story and experiences shaped his work as the founder of landscape architecture.
- Discuss the breadth and historical importance of Olmsted’s work in landscape design as it relates to issues of equity, public open space, and more.
- Identify Olmsted’s key campus planning principals that influenced Trinity College and provide solutions to today’s campus landscape challenges.
- Evaluate the actual outcomes of Olmsted’s design principals in real space and time on Trinity College’s campus.
Credits apply to presentation and tour combined.
AIA LU 2.0 Unit (SCUPNAM322)
AICP CM 2.0 Unit5:00 pm - 6:00 pmReceptionFollowing the tour, join us for a reception and inspired discussion with our speaker and guides and professional colleagues. This is a welcomed opportunity to bring the SCUP community and more together in central Connecticut.
Registration
2 Event Locations
October 11
Wellesley College
Dana Chapman Walsh Alumna Hall (via main campus entry)
106 Central Street
Wellesley, MAOctober 25
Trinity College, Hartford, CT
123 Vernon Street (Yellow Victorian House)How to Save
SCUP Group Membership Discount: If you work at a college or university that holds a SCUP group membership anyone from your institution can attend this event and any SCUP event at the member rate.
Registration is closed.
Cost for each day Member $75 Non-Member $105 October 11 (Wellesley College) Deadlines
Onsite registration will be available.
Date Cancellation* September 23 Registration Closes October 10 *Cancellations must be made in writing and may be submitted by email to your registration team registration@scup.org by 9/23/2022. Refunds are subject to a processing fee – 10% of the total purchase. No-shows are not eligible for a refund, and funds committed by purchase order must be paid in full by the first day of the event. Refunds will be issued within 30 days of received written notification.
October 25 (Trinity College) Deadlines
Date Cancellation* October 7 Registration Closes October 24 *Cancellations must be made in writing and may be submitted by email to your registration team registration@scup.org by 10/7/2022. Refunds are subject to a processing fee – 10% of the total purchase. No-shows are not eligible for a refund, and funds committed by purchase order must be paid in full by the first day of the event. Refunds will be issued within 30 days of received written notification.
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