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Landscape Design History

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Explore theories, traditions, and principles that have shaped the design of landscapes from antiquity to the present, through visual presentations, assigned readings, projects, and classroom discussion.

Please note that the final essay for this class emphasizes research and writing skills, and that English proficiency is required.

Required Text
Linda A. Chisholm
The History of Landscape Design in 100 Gardens

Schedule:

Every week on Monday, starting on 09/15/25 and ending on 11/10/25 (excluding 10/13/25)

Times:

10:30am-01:30pm EDT

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Instructor:

Caitlin Merritt Caitlin Merritt

Caitlin Merritt

Caitlin Merritt finds a great source of her enthusiasm and designs from theintersections of aesthetics, history and culture. In addition to teaching at the New York Botanical Garden, Caitlin teaches classes in philosophy, intellectual history and great books at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut. She has earned her bachelor of arts in Philosophy at the College of the Holy Cross and her Master's at Boston College.

Location:

Online-Live,

Session Number:

261LAN301BO

Price:

Price Member : $621.00
Non-Member : $690.00

Additional Sessions Available