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Updated: 7:16 AM Nov 5, 2009
Group Launches Database to Search History of Parks
There's a new way to learn about the history of urban landscapes and public parks.
Posted: 6:48 AM Nov 5, 2009Reporter: AP |
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A Washington group has created a new way to learn about the history and designers behind the nation's public parks, gardens and other landscapes.
The Cultural Landscape Foundation announced Wednesday the launch of its new "What's Out There" searchable, online database. It's a free, wiki-style Web site that includes 650 sites across the country.
It details the history and design of places such as the Air Force Academy and Denver's 16th Street Mall, among others.
Organizers say it's the only online tool to search the nation's landscapes and is designed for tourists, park lovers and heritage travelers. They're asking the public to contribute details on more sites to expand the database.
You can find he Cultural Landscape Foundation at http://www.tclf.org.
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