Richmond
was founded in 1737 by Colonel William Byrd II. He inherited the former
Stegg lands on both sides of the James River from his father and became
known himself as the "Father of Richmond." He visited here in 1733 and
planned to build a city. Four years later, his friend William Mayo
developed a map of Richmond and the first lots were sold.
NO DOGS are allowed in Byrd Park, Maymont Park, or the Azalea Gardens
in Bryan Park.
NO DOGS are allowed in park recreation areas, on athletic fields, in
park areas equipped or designated at children's play lots, or in any
area posted as No Dogs Allowed.
DOGS MUST BE ON A LEASH in any City of Richmond park, except in
Barker Park, which is a dog park near the Carillon in Byrd Park.
Richmond
was founded in 1737 by Colonel William Byrd II. He inherited the former
Stegg lands on both sides of the James River from his father and became
known himself as the "Father of Richmond." He visited here in 1733 and
planned to build a city. Four years later, his friend William Mayo
developed a map of Richmond and the first lots were sold. 