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The Hidden Legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted

June 25, 2014

    Frederick Law Olmsted, who helped reshape America, is best known for designing Central Park. Filmmaker Lawrence Hott talks about Olmsted's troubled, fascinating, and powerful career.

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