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Frederick Law Olmsted NHS is seasonally closed through late May 2027.
Off-season tours (November through late May) are available by appointment only on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with at least two weeks' advance notice. Tours are subject to staff availability; weekend tours are not available.
For known blackout dates, please check the Alerts section of our website. Tours are 30 minutes long and free of charge. To request an off-season tour, please email us with the following information:
Your intended visit date
Your preference for a morning or afternoon tour
The number of people in your group
Your contact information
A staff member will contact you to coordinate the visit.
Please note: For the safety of our visitors and staff, winter tours may be postponed or canceled due to inclement weather.
The grounds will remain open dawn to dusk seven days a week for independent exploration. Guided tours are not required for exploring the landscape.