See the Back Bay Fens through the eyes of the man who designed and built it. Join Frederick Law Olmsted, as portrayed by Gerry Wright and an Emerald Necklace docent as they lead a walk through the historic landscape of the Fens on Sunday, May 5, beginning at 1 pm. Learn how Mr. Olmsted transformed the area once described as, “The foulest marsh and muddy flats to be found anywhere in Massachusetts,†into the first link in his chain of parks we know today as the Emerald Necklace. Tour starts and ends at the Shattuck Emerald Necklace Visitor Center, 125 The Fenway, Boston 02115. Free and open to the public. Reservations recommended. Register by clicking this link or call 617-522-2700.
