On Wednesday, September 23, CET premiered
Cincinnati Parks: Emeralds in the Crown a one-hour documentary on the
history of the Cincinnati Parks. The Cincinnati Park System has a rich history, vibrant current activity and exciting plans for the future. Emeralds in the Crown will weave the threads of past, present and future together to paint an engaging portrait that will entertain, inform and inspire.
CET will tell this story, spotlighting the far-reaching and important role the parks have played in shaping the fabric of the Queen City. Themes include:
- The legacy of Cincinnati Parks history, especially the Kessler Plan
- The contributions of notable people: Strauch, Kessler, Krohn, Ault, Kase and other donors, commissioners, staff, volunteers and advocates
- The Parks contributions and commitment to natural resources, conservation and horticulture
- The needs, philosophies and uses that helped shape the Parks
- How the parks have changed and/or remained the same
- The architecture and public art in the Parks
NEW!
Online now - watch recollections and fond memories from individuals who share their stories.
Online now - watch indepth interviews with Cincinnati Parks staff on many of these themes.
See a list of everyone who worked on and contributed to ''Cincinnati Parks: Emeralds in the Crown''
Watch a preview Cincinnati Parks: Emeralds in the Crown
Take a look at the number and diversity of parks in Cincinnati, in this marquee video from
Cincinnati Parks: Emeralds in the Crown.
This preview shows highlights of the CET special program Cincinnati Parks: Emeralds in the Crown.
The Cincinnati Parks are favorite destinations for families in our community. See some of the people who'll be featured in the CET special Cincinnati Parks: Emeralds in the Crown.
The Cincinnati Parks are favorite destinations for families in our community. See some of the people who'll be featured in the CET special Cincinnati Parks: Emeralds in the Crown.