Woman's Athletic Club facts for kids
The Woman's Athletic Club building is a very old and important building in Chicago, Illinois. It stands along the famous Magnificent Mile in the city's Near North Side area.
This club started in 1898 and was special because it was the very first athletic club just for women in the entire United States! It was recognized as a special Chicago Landmark on October 2, 1991. This means it's an important part of Chicago's history and should be protected.
A Special Place for Women
In the late 1800s, it was not common for women to have their own places to exercise and play sports. The Woman's Athletic Club changed that! It gave women a place to be active, healthy, and social.
The club was a big step forward for women's rights and opportunities. It showed that women also deserved their own spaces for sports and recreation. It helped women stay fit and connect with each other.
