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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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The park features a 146-acre tidal marsh, which serves as a crucial habitat for various bird species and aquatic life. [source: Philadelphia Parks & Recreation]
Originally designed by the Olmsted Brothers in 1914, the park was part of the City Beautiful movement aimed at beautifying urban areas. [source: Fairmount Park Conservancy]
The American Swedish Historical Museum, located within the park, is the oldest Swedish museum in the United States, established in 1926. [source: American Swedish Historical Museum]
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Park is home to several sports fields, including the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, which hosts various local leagues. [source: Philadelphia Parks & Recreation]
The park regularly hosts community events and festivals, including the annual Philadelphia Dragon Boat Festival. [source: Visit Philadelphia]
