Ellen Gates Starr Park takes its name from Ms. Ellen Gates Starr, a woman dedicated to fighting for the rights of women and workers. Influential in the art world as well as renowned for her work to improve pay and working conditions for area residents, Ms. Starr was well-loved and respected amongst Chicagoans.
Doggoes love Ellen Gates Starr Park, and the feeling is mutual! You can bring your pooch along on your day of park fun, but don't forget to bring a leash with you. This Chicago playground complies with the city's leash laws, so you will need to keep your pupperoni on a lead at all times. Also be sure to pick up a city dog license tag from city hall, and you'll be raring to go wherever the wind takes you!
Ellen Gates Starr Park has an athletic field with lots of grass that is the pawrfect place for a walk, game of frisbee, or even a picnic lunch in the grass. You'll want to pack a wooftastic bag of park essentials which includes Fido's favorite ball or frisbee, some drinking water, snacks, and some cleanup bags. There is also a pawrifically delightful playground with climbing structures where Fido can see the world from an entirely different point of view.
If you and your pooch could use a day of adventure, Ellen Gates Starr Park is the pawrfect place for you. Plan a visit to this pawsome spot today. You'll have a terrierific time!