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Guided Walk through the Historic Fens

May 21, 2016 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Season Opener! Scenic beauty abounds in the Fens in springtime. Take a walk through the history and landscape of the Fens and  and hear the story of how Frederick Law Olmsted transformed a fouled mudflat into parkland.

Led by a Conservancy docent, this tour spans the centuries. What was Frederick Law Olmsted’s 19th century vision for the Fens? And how did his landscape change in the last century? Hear these stories and more on a walk into history. Starts and ends at the Shattuck Visitor Center. Tours are cancelled for extreme weather or rain. Check website for schedule updates.
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Details

Date:
May 21, 2016
Time:
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Event Category:
Website:
emeraldnecklace.org

Venue

Shattuck Visitor Center
125 The Fenway
Boston, MA 02115 United States
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Phone
(617) 522-2700
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Details

Date:
May 21, 2016
Time:
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Event Category:
Website:
emeraldnecklace.org

Venue

Shattuck Visitor Center
125 The Fenway
Boston, MA 02115 United States
+ Google Map
Phone
(617) 522-2700
View Venue Website