2024 Tyler Gerth Memorial Photography Contest Open Through Dec. 13
Olmsted Parks Conservancy is now accepting entries of photography featuring Olmsted Parks and Parkways for …
Algonquin Park was a former rhubarb farm purchased by the Board of Park Commissioners in the early 1920’s, setting it aside for use as public park land as they anticipated the city to expand south. The Olmsted Brothers firm finished the original master plan for the 16-acre park in January 1929.
Olmsted Parks Conservancy recognizes Native American and Indigenous peoples as the longest serving stewards of the land that is now our park system. We strive to build more inclusive parks, and we commit to fostering diversity and respect both in nature and neighborhoods.
Learn MoreInitiated in the fall of 2005, the Algonquin Park master plan project was co-funded by Louisville Metro Parks and Olmsted Parks Conservancy. The Center for Neighborhoods was contracted by the Metro Parks planning department to facilitate preparation of the plan.
Master PlanThrough collaboration and communicating about program and project needs, Friends of Olmsted Parks will help us improve and activate our parks, creating a positive community impact.
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