More than Parks: A History of American Conservation (Lecture)

Explore the evolution of American conservation from the 19th century to today. This course goes beyond national parks to examine how urban reformers, scientists, women activists, and Native communities shaped the movement. Through diverse stories and landscapes, we will gain a deeper understanding of how Americans have fought to preserve—and define—the natural world.

 

Your instructor: Fraser Livingston, PhD

Fraser Livingston is an environmental historian with a PhD in American history from Mississippi State University. His research focuses on the history of science, technology, and agriculture. He received the 2023 Gilbert C. Fite Award for Best Dissertation on Agricultural History and currently works on a book about conservationist George Bird Grinnell. He also serves as book review editor for Environmental History.

After January 5, all who registered for an Osher Online course will receive an email invitation from Osher Online for the Member Orientation scheduled for Wednesday, January 7 at 11am PT/ Noon MT/ 1pm CT/ 2pm ET.