Registration Eligibility
ASLA online learning opportunities are open to all. ASLA members may purchase this presentation at a reduced rate. This is a 2022 conference session.
Start Date
12/12/2024
End Date
12/11/2026
Description
How do you curate the transformation of a historic military base into a world-class urban national park? This session will explore how the renewal of historic resources, transformation of urban infrastructure, community action, private philanthropy, and excellent design transformed the Presidio of San Francisco into a national park for all.
Distance Learning
Yes
Course Equivalency
No
Subjects
Parks & Recreation
Health, Safety and Welfare
Yes
Hours
1.25
Learning Outcomes
Understand the history and development of the northern waterfront San Francisco and the Presidio.; Learn how context-sensitive infrastructure projects can have a positive impact on parks and protected areas.; Understand the strategies used to ensure that the new Tunnel Tops parkland serves audiences that are traditionally underrepresented in national parks.; Learn about the important role that private philanthropy and community support played in shaping the new park.;
Instructors
Michael Boland, FASLA; Richard Kennedy, ASLA; Mary Margaret J. Jones, FASLA; Greg Moore
Course Codes
Provider
American Society of Landscape Architects