[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 88 (Thursday, May 25, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1122]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                  100TH ANNIVERSARY OF HARTFORD'S PARKS

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                        HON. BARBARA B. KENNELLY

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 24, 1995
  Mrs. KENNELLY. Mr. Speaker, 100 years ago, the leaders of my hometown 
of Hartford, CT, made an important decision. They created the Hartford 
Park system, that now comprises many parks that have served countless 
residents throughout the past century.
  One of the driving forces behind the creation of the park system was 
Mr. Frederick Law Olmsted, also known as the Father of Landscape 
Architecture. A native of Hartford, born in 1822, Mr. Olmsted went on 
to design almost 100 public recreation grounds and planned communities 
nationwide, including Central Park, Boston's Emerald Necklace, and the 
U.S. Capitol grounds.
  In Hartford, our parks have remained places of enjoyment in so many 
ways. They provide recreational and cultural activities for our 
community. At Keney Park, families gather for a variety of events 
throughout the summer months, including golf, tennis, and swimming. 
Elizabeth Park features beautiful rose gardens through which to stroll, 
and ponds for watching the ducks in summer and for ice skating in 
winter. Goodwin Park is a premier location for bike rides, golf, 
tennis, and other recreational activities. These and Hartford's other 
scenic spots continue to enrich the lives of the residents of our 
community and surrounding areas.
  As we celebrate this important anniversary in Hartford, I commend the 
city parks and recreation department, the Hartford Parks Advisory 
Commission, and the many park advisory groups that have been 
instrumental in ensuring our parks continue to serve residents for 
generations to come.


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