Pulaski Park
Pulaski Park is a 26 acre park owned by Milwaukee County Parks located on Milwaukee’s south side.
May 15th, 2016 by Dave ReidCass Street Playground
Cass Street Playground is bordered by N. Cass, E. Kewaunee, N. Marshall, and E. Pleasant Streets.
May 15th, 2016 by Dave ReidRobert Burns Statue
Robert Burns Statue, a public art statue of the Scottish poet Robert Burns. The statue was created by the Scottish artist William Grant Stevenson.
May 7th, 2016 by Dave ReidBrown Deer Park
May 5th, 2016 by Dave ReidStatue of Labor
The Statue of Labor which is also known as “The Pewter Lady” by sculptor Gustav Haug is located in Jackson Park. From 1880 until 1909 the statue stood above the entrance of the Chamber of Commerce building (Mackie Building). In 1909 the statue was moved to Reynolds Grove (Jackson Park) as a gift from the South Division Civic Association. The inscription on the statue’s base reads “May this statue ever be a silent witness to the progress and growth of Milwaukee.”
Apr 30th, 2016 by Dave ReidMarcus DeBack Playground
Marcus DeBack Playground is located at 2461 N. 55th St. In 1996, Wright Street Playground was renamed for Marcus DeBack, a nine year old boy and innocent bystander who was shot and killed on the playground in 1995 while protecting another child.
Apr 28th, 2016 by Dave ReidLyons Park
Lyons Park is a 12.9-acre neighborhood park located on the City of Milwaukee’s south side. Part of Milwaukee County Parks system. The park is named in honor of Willard P. Lyons. Lyons was a member of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors from 1924 to 1954. In 1946, the land for the park was acquired. In 1956, development of the park began. The park several recreational facilities including a pavilion with adjacent wading pool, play equipment area and basketball courts. The playground was replaced in 2024.
Apr 25th, 2016 by Dave Reid