BCRP manages over 50 recreation centers for your enjoyment and leisure activities. Each center offers a wide array of programs for children and adults. Activities include enrichment classes, theatre productions, arts and crafts, and gym activities. Be sure to contact any of your area recreation centers for more details.
Private operators now manage some former City rec centers. Visit the Private Operator Centers page for details on programs, hours, and activities at those centers. Sign up to receive updates on Recreation Centers in your area.
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222 N. Bentalou St.
Baltimore 21223
410-396-0105
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
• Room rentals
• KItchen
• Dance room
• Video and game room
• Use of the school gym
4001 Clifton Ave.
Baltimore 21216
410-396-0259
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Formerly owned by Mr. Winfield S. and Mrs. Florence E. Cahill, the property was donated to the City of Baltimore for “humanitarian and charitable purposes.” In 1969, a fire destroyed Cahill. The recreation center was rebuilt in 1972.
5061 E. Eager St.
Baltimore 21205
410-396-9089
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
This recreation center is named after Carroll Cook, a civic leader who dedicated her life to the community.
4910 Park Heights Ave.
Baltimore 21215
410-396-0949
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Named after Clarence Channing Jackson Jr., who served BCRP as a district supervisor for 34 years, C.C. Jackson Recreation Center was dedicated to the community on Jan. 15, 1977.
909 E. 22nd Street
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 396-6750
Willie Byrd, Center Director
Wayne Battle, Recreation Leader
September-June
June-August
(Before and aftercare available)
This recreation center was named after the notable African-American scientist and educator, Cecil Kirk. The recreation center is located in East Baltimore near North Avenue and Kirk Bus Division.
623 Eden St.
Baltimore 21205
410-396-7593
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Built in 1947, this center was named after well-known musician and drummer Chick Webb, who grew up in East Baltimore. An indoor pool was added to the center in 1949.
1401 Fillmore St.
Baltimore 21218
410-396-6746
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
This recreation center is named after the community.
1409 Collington Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410)396-9201
This recreation center was named after the community in which it serves.
1630 Filbert St.Baltimore 21226
410-396-1811
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
This recreation center is named after the community.
5501 Ivanhoe Rd. 21212
410-396-2244
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
835 Allendale St.
Baltimore 21229
443-984-3105
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
Formerly the site of a small fieldhouse, Edgewood Recreation Center became Baltimore's first recreation center in more than 30 years. Located in Lyndhurst Park, the center attracts residents from the surrounding neighborhoods of Allendale, Irvington and South Hilton. These neighborhoods cover about 2.3 square miles and include over 18,000 people.
The "Grandmothers of Edgewood"—Dolly Jefferson, Estella Willette, Margaret Bracey, Jacquiline Johnson, and Gladys Jackson—were instrumental in making the new center a reality. For years, they lobbied city and state legislators for the funds to replace the old fieldhouse. On June 21, 2005, Edgewood Recreation Center opened its doors to the community.
100 E. Heath Street
Baltimore 21230
410-396-4634
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
Dedicated to the community in 1977, Ella Bailey Recreation Center bears the name of one of West Baltimore’s most active community leaders. The center is attached to the Thomas Johnson Elementary School.
4501 Farring Ct.
Brooklyn, Md. 21225
Center: 410-396-2595
Therapeutic Recreation: 410-396-1550
Community Center
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
Therapeutic Recreation
Fall/Winter/Spring: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Summer Camp Variety: 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
301 South Beechfield Ave.
Baltimore 21229
410-396-0073
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
2710 E. Hoffman St.
Baltimore 21213
410-675-5204
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
4517 Hazelwood Ave.
Baltimore 21206
410-545-3444
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
Built-in 1957, the Gardenville Recreation Center became well-known for the skating program, which began in 1963. In 1976, a skating room was added to the site.
Located in Northeast Baltimore, the center is also known for its senior program, which currently has some seniors who have been members for over 30 years.
2304 Greenmount Ave.
Baltimore 21218
410-396-6708
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
Greenmount Recreation Center was dedicated to the citizens of Baltimore in 1975.
5001 Sinclair Lane
Baltimore 21206
410-396-3060
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
The center is located near the historic Thurgood Marshall Middle School.
4600 Lanier Ave.
Baltimore 21215
410-396-0755
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
Originally called the Edgecombe Circle Recreation Center, the center was built in 1969. On April 15, 1976, James D. Gross Recreation Center was dedicated in memory of Mr. James D. Gross, who had served the community and the recreation center for a number of years.
911 Hollins St.
Baltimore 21223
410-396-5016
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 5 p.m. -9 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
This recreation was named after American Revolutionary War hero James McHenry.
1310 N. Stricker St. 21217
(410) 728-5255
Hours of Operation: Fall/Winter/Spring: 1-9 p.m.
Summer: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Mike Everett, Center Director
Football, lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, R.E.A.P., Color Guard, Track &Field, community meetings, Girl Scout/Brownies, roller skating, homework assistance, yoga, drama, cheerleading, chess, arts & crafts, ceramics, crochet, jewelry making, needlepoint, pottery, aerobics, martial arts, nutrition class, water aerobics, weight training, cooking, dance and computer classes, Great Science for Girls, marching band, modeling, sewing, and photography
*Note: please call your local recreation center for specific program offerings.
September-June (Before and aftercare available)
June-August (Before and aftercare available)
1627 E. Fort Ave.
Baltimore 21230
410-837-4423
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
The recreation center was opened in 1966 by Mayor Theodore McKeldin. The original name of LaTrobe Recreation Center was changed to Locust Point Recreation Center in 1976. The recreation center was dedicated in the memory of councilman Dominic Leone on Sept. 11, 1977.
1400 E. Biddle St.
Baltimore 21213
410-396-9284
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
Dome Summer Hours: 6-10 p.m.
Madison Square Recreation Center sits on the grounds of an old convent for girls. The members of the community use the square to plant flowers and beautification of the neighborhood. The center has been in existence for over 40 years.
3600 W. Mulberry St.
Baltimore 21229
410-396-0477
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
This recreation center is named after the nearby school, Mary E. Rodman Elementary School.
1501 Woodheights Ave.
Baltimore 21211
410-396-1236 / As of August 2018, please dial 443-690-2698.
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
Currently Located at Joseph Lee Park
5900 E Pratt St,
Baltimore, MD
21224
Mora Crossman Recreation Center is closed until further notice while John Ruhrah Elementary/Middle School is under renovation. Recreation users are encouraged to visit Joseph Lee Park (6200 East Pratt St.). For more information, call 443-690-2201 on weekdays between 7:30 am-8:00 pm
In December 1976, Mora Crossman Recreation Center was dedicated and named in recognition of a leader, teacher and administrator for the Bureau of Recreation in Baltimore. In 1919, Ms. Crossman’s career began with the Public Athletic League. She became a pioneer in playground and recreational programming. She worked for Recreation for 41 years before retiring. Ms. Crossman is a member of Baltimore City’s Recreation Hall of Fame, the foremost pioneer in Baltimore recreation.
2651 Tolley St.
Baltimore 21230
410-396-7221
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
This recreation center was named after the community that it serves.
120 W. Mosher St.
Baltimore 21217
410-396-0374
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
Nestled in a community that is famous for its commitment to Baltimore’s arts and cultural heritage, Mt. Royal Recreation Center is located within walking distance of the Maryland Institute College of Art, the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, and the Lyric Opera House.
1517 Winford Rd.
Baltimore 21239
410-396-6696
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
The center was built in 1964 and is located in the Northwood community of Northeast Baltimore.
1600 N. Spring St.
Baltimore 21213
410-396-4243
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
On Dec. 17, 1980, Oliver Recreation Center was dedicated to the community under the direction of Anthony Dease. Mr. Dease led the “Deaser-cize” aerobics class and was the center’s exercise guru who attracted many of the community’s health-conscious participants. Working with the late William (Bucky) Lee, who was considered one of the greatest basketball coaches in Baltimore history, Mr. Dease earned a reputation for having one of the most active recreation centers in the city.
2610 Francis St. 21217
(410) 396-7849
Spring/Fall/Winter: 1-9 pm, Summer: 8:30am-6:00pm
Carolyn Newton, Center Director
September-June
(Before and aftercare available)
June-August
(Before and aftercare available)
Named after the West Baltimore community known for its scenic views of Druid Hill Park, Parkview Recreation Center is also connected to the Parkview Elementary School.
844 Roundview Rd.
Baltimore 21225
410-396-1839
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
This recreation center is located in the Cherry Hill community, along the Middle Branch area of the Patapsco River.
2101 St. Lo Drive
Baltimore 21213
410-396-8958
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Community/multipurpose room
• Fitness room
• Game room
• Computer lab
• Community room
• Kitchen
• Outdoor pool
• Locker room
Rita Church Community Center in Clifton Park was dedicated on July 15, 2013, as part of a new generation of state-of-the-art, multi-use recreation centers. The center is named after the long-time Baltimore City Councilperson from the 3rd District until her retirement in 1999. She served as a member of the Coldstream-Homestead-Montebello Community Board and was often called the “Mayor of Coldstream-Homestead Montebello.”
In the first of two major construction phases, the sparkling new center converted an existing pavilion sitting atop a historic 1920s pool bathhouse. At a $3.1 million cost, the first phase built a gorgeous main center with a community room, computer lab, fitness and locker rooms, game room, kitchen, and arts & crafts room. The center can host a workout group such as yoga, a cooking class or reception, special events like birthday parties or classes, and computer training.
The back of the center overlooks the Clifton Park pool. It will be adjoined by an 11,500-square-foot new gymnasium with restrooms, concession stands, and capacity for special events, recreational activities such as basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer leagues, etc., and larger community meetings. This second phase will cost around $3 million and is currently in the design stage.
“Our goal is to transition the city's aging recreation centers into a new network of high-quality community centers in order to better serve Baltimore's communities," Mayor Rawlings-Blake said at the dedication. "The Councilwoman Rita R. Church Community Center is an example of Baltimore's new recreation center model-and a direct result of the city's investment in expanded staff and programming, such as camps and afterschool programs.”
Artist’s rendering of the complete Rita Church Community Center with a new gym to the right.
1201 Pennsylvania Ave.
Baltimore 21202
410-396-8490
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
1221 W. 36th St.
Baltimore 21211
410-396-6050
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
In 1911, the center was named in honor of President Theodore Roosevelt.
424 S. Pulaski St.
Baltimore 21223
410-396-3717
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
The recreation center was named for the inventor of the Morse code, a revolutionary electronic telegraph system developed in 1836 and still used today. The recreation center is an open space program for the State of Maryland, declared by Gov. Marvin Mandel and Baltimore Mayor Donald Schaefer in 1977.
1044 Leadenhall St. 21230
(410) 837-8172
Fall/Winter/Spring: 1-9 p.m.
Summer: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Wayne Battle, Center Director
Marsha Robinson, Recreation Leader
Football, lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, R.E.A.P., Color Guard, Track &Field, community meetings, Girl Scout/Brownies, roller skating, homework assistance, yoga, drama, cheerleading, chess, arts & crafts, ceramics, crochet, jewelry making, needlepoint, pottery, aerobics, martial arts, nutrition class, water aerobics, weight training, cooking, dance and computer classes, Great Science for Girls, marching band, modeling, sewing, and photography
*Note: please call your local recreation center for specific program offerings.
September-June (Before and aftercare available)
June-August (Before and aftercare available)
4100 Towanda Avenue
Baltimore 21215
443-984-9763
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 11 a.m. -7 p.m.
Towanda is BCRP’s newest STEM and fitness center to serve the Park Heights community. Following its closure in 2018, BCRP prioritized its renovation recognizing the need for additional recreational access in the surrounding community. Towanda reopened on October 18, 2021, with a new fitness area, equipment room, kitchen, multipurpose and STEM rooms and indoor and outdoor basketball courts.
2601 E. Baltimore St.
Baltimore 21224
410-396-9156
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 1-9 p.m.—Mondays and Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.—Tuesdays.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
During School Breaks: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
This recreation center is named after the long-time noted recruiter, Ms. Virginia Baker, who was also dubbed Baltimore’s “Queen of Fun.”
820 E. 43rd St.
Baltimore, MD 21212
410-396-6217
Monday - Friday: 5 - 9 p.m.
Saturday: 1 - 6 p.m.
7310 Moyer Ave.
Baltimore 21234
410-396-6703
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Built-in 1968, the center was named after General Electric’s employees who lived in the community and built their homes out of wood.
2921 Stranden Rd.