BOSTON — The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority and the Animal Rescue League of Boston will rebrand Park Street station as "Bark Street Station" for two hours on Oct. 29, the transit agency said.

The event, timed to October's Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, runs from 4 to 6 p.m. outside the station. Riders and passers-by can meet dogs, including some previously adopted through the rescue league, learn about animals waiting for homes, and find out about adopting, fostering and volunteering, according to the MBTA.

Therapy dogs from MetroWest K-9 Services and the Burlington, Berklee College of Music and Northeastern University police departments will also be there, the agency said.

"Whether you're passing through on your commute or stopping by specifically for the event, come celebrate our furry friends with us," said Phillip Eng, the interim state transportation secretary and the MBTA's general manager.

Dr. Edward Schettino, president of the Animal Rescue League, said he hoped the event "inspires more people to consider adoption." The nonprofit says it helps more than 20,000 animals a year and receives no government funding for that work.

The MBTA said the event is part of a celebration leading up to the 130th anniversary of the nation's first subway, which opened in Boston in 1897.

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