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The Hidden Legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted

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.

The Hidden Legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted

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