Olmsted Parks Conservancy Overview & Park History Learn about the mission of Olmsted Parks Conservancy, the history of the Olmsted Parks in Louisville, basic landscape design tenets, and successful projects completed by the Conservancy over the past three decades.

Plant Identification and IPM Techniques Learn about plant taxonomy, top invasive plant threats in our parks, and methods for controlling problematic exotic species.

Horticultural Techniques and Open Spaces Management Learn about best practices in tree planting, structural pruning, mulching, staking, and irrigation. Also maintaining and managing park assets in smaller parks.

Volunteer Management and Community Engagement Learn about how to help lead volunteer groups, educational walks and special events. Also how to be an ideal ambassador for the Conservancy and our “Friends” groups.