BCRP Recreation Centers
Recreation Centers
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.
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Cahill at Edgewood EMS
Carroll F. Cook
C.C. Jackson
Cecil Kirk
Chick Webb
Coldstream
Collington Square
Crispus Attucks
Curtis Bay
DeWees
Farring-Baybrook
Fred B. Leidig
Gardenville
Greenmount
Herring Run
Harlem Park
James D. Gross
James McHenry
Lillian Jones
Lakeland
Locust Point
Madison Square
Mary E. Rodman
Medfield
Mora Crossman at Joseph Lee
Oliver
Parkview
Patapsco/Cherry Hill
Rita Church at Clifton Park
Robert C. Marshall
Roosevelt
Virginia S. Baker at Patterson Park
Walter P. Carter
Woodhome
Bentalou
222 N. Bentalou St.
Baltimore 21223
410-396-0105
Hours of Operation
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.
Amenities
• Room rentals
• KItchen
• Dance room
• Video and game room
• Use of the school gym
Cahill Performing Arts Center
4001 Clifton Ave.
Baltimore 21216
410-396-0259
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Center History
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.
Carroll F. Cook
5061 E. Eager St.
Baltimore 21205
410-396-9089
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
This recreation center is named after Carroll Cook, a civic leader who dedicated her life to the community.
C.C. Jackson
4910 Park Heights Ave.
Baltimore 21215
410-396-0949
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Center History
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.
Cecil Kirk
909 E. 22nd Street
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 396-6750
Hours of Operation
- Fall/Winter/Spring: 1-9 p.m.
- Summer: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Willie Byrd, Center Director
Wayne Battle, Recreation Leader
Featured Activities
- Computer lab
- Homework assistance
- Game room
- Team sports/Sport of the month
- Brain Teasers
- Video/Movies
- Arts and crafts
- Nutrition/After-school snacks
- Life Skills
- Enviro-nature
- Physical Outdoor Fitness
- Special events
- Learn to swim
- Music appreciation
- Field trips
Evening-Program Activities
- Marching Band
- Table games; Chess club
- Girls Scouts
- Indoor soccer
- Senior Program
- Hip hop dance
- Fashion design
- Floral design
- Family night
- Game room
- Computer lab
- Inquiring minds
After-school Adventures
September-June
Camp Baltimore
June-August
(Before and aftercare available)
Center History
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.
Chick Webb
623 Eden St.
Baltimore 21205
410-396-7593
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Center History
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.
Coldstream
1401 Fillmore St.
Baltimore 21218
410-396-6746
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
This recreation center is named after the community.
Collington Square
1409 Collington Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410)396-9201
Hours of Operation
- Winter/Spring/Fall: 3-8 p.m.
- Summer: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Center History
This recreation center was named after the community in which it serves.
Curtis Bay
1630 Filbert St.Baltimore 21226
410-396-1811
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
This recreation center is named after the community.
DeWees
5501 Ivanhoe Rd. 21212
410-396-2244
Hours of Operation
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.
Edgewood-Lyndhurst
835 Allendale St.
Baltimore 21229
443-984-3105
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
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.
Ella Bailey
100 E. Heath Street
Baltimore 21230
410-396-4634
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
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.
Farring-Baybrook
4501 Farring Ct.
Brooklyn, Md. 21225
Center: 410-396-2595
Therapeutic Recreation: 410-396-1550
Hours of Operation
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.
Fred B. Leidig
301 South Beechfield Ave.
Baltimore 21229
410-396-0073
Hours of Operation
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.
Fort Worthington
2710 E. Hoffman St.
Baltimore 21213
410-675-5204
Hours of Operation
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.
Gardenville
4517 Hazelwood Ave.
Baltimore 21206
410-545-3444
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
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.
Greenmount
2304 Greenmount Ave.
Baltimore 21218
410-396-6708
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
Greenmount Recreation Center was dedicated to the citizens of Baltimore in 1975.
Herring Run
5001 Sinclair Lane
Baltimore 21206
410-396-3060
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
The center is located near the historic Thurgood Marshall Middle School.
James D. Gross
4600 Lanier Ave.
Baltimore 21215
410-396-0755
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
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.
James McHenry
911 Hollins St.
Baltimore 21223
410-396-5016
Hours of Operation
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 5 p.m. -9 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
Summer: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.—Monday through Friday.
Center History
This recreation was named after American Revolutionary War hero James McHenry.
Lillian Jones
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
Featured Activities
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.
After-school Adventures
September-June (Before and aftercare available)
Camp Baltimore
June-August (Before and aftercare available)
2921 Stranden Rd.Locust Point
1627 E. Fort Ave.
Baltimore 21230
410-837-4423
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
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.
Madison Square
1400 E. Biddle St.
Baltimore 21213
410-396-9284
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
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.
Mary E. Rodman
3600 W. Mulberry St.
Baltimore 21229
410-396-0477
Hours of Operation
*Under Construction*
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.
Center History
This recreation center is named after the nearby school, Mary E. Rodman Elementary School.
Medfield
1501 Woodheights Ave.
Baltimore 21211
410-396-1236 / As of August 2018, please dial 443-690-2698.
Hours of Operation
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.
Mora Crossman
Currently Located at Joseph Lee Park
5900 E Pratt St,
Baltimore, MD
21224
Hours of Operation
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
Center History
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.
Morrell Park
2651 Tolley St.
Baltimore 21230
410-396-7221
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Center History
This recreation center was named after the community that it serves.
Mount Royal
120 W. Mosher St.
Baltimore 21217
410-396-0374
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
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
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
The center was built in 1964 and is located in the Northwood community of Northeast Baltimore.
Oliver
1600 N. Spring St.
Baltimore 21213
410-396-4243
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
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.
Parkview
2610 Francis St. 21217
(410) 396-7849
Hours of Operation
Spring/Fall/Winter: 1-9 pm, Summer: 8:30am-6:00pm
Carolyn Newton, Center Director
Featured Activities
- Aerobics
- arts and crafts
- computer lab
- dance
- games
- special events
- sports and more
After-school Adventures
September-June
(Before and aftercare available)
Camp Baltimore
June-August
(Before and aftercare available)
Center History
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.
Patapsco/Cherry Hill
844 Roundview Rd.
Baltimore 21225
410-396-1839
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
This recreation center is located in the Cherry Hill community, along the Middle Branch area of the Patapsco River.
Rita Church Community Center at Clifton Park
2101 St. Lo Drive
Baltimore 21213
410-396-8958
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Amenities
• Community/multipurpose room
• Fitness room
• Game room
• Computer lab
• Community room
• Kitchen
• Outdoor pool
• Locker room
Center History
The first of four new facilities to be erected as part of Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake's 2011 plan for a network of high-quality, multi-use centers, Rita Church Community Center in Clifton Park was dedicated on July 15, 2013. 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.
Robert C. Marshall
1201 Pennsylvania Ave.
Baltimore 21202
410-396-8490
Hours of Operation
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.
Roosevelt
1221 W. 36th St.
Baltimore 21211
410-396-6050
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Center History
In 1911, the center was named in honor of President Theodore Roosevelt.
Samuel F.B. Morse
424 S. Pulaski St.
Baltimore 21223
410-396-3717
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
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.
Solo Gibbs
1044 Leadenhall St. 21230
(410) 837-8172
Hours of Operation:
Fall/Winter/Spring: 1-9 p.m.
Summer: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Wayne Battle, Center Director
Marsha Robinson, Recreation Leader
Featured Activities
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.
After-school Adventures
September-June (Before and aftercare available)
Camp Baltimore
June-August (Before and aftercare available)
Towanda
4100 Towanda Avenue
Baltimore 21215
443-984-9763
Hours of Operation
Fall, Winter, and Spring: 11 a.m. -7 p.m.
Center History
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.
Virginia S. Baker at Patterson Park
2601 E. Baltimore St.
Baltimore 21224
410-396-9156
Hours of Operation
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.
Center History
This recreation center is named after the long-time noted recruiter, Ms. Virginia Baker, who was also dubbed Baltimore’s “Queen of Fun.”
Walter P. Carter
820 E. 43rd St.
Baltimore, MD 21212
410-396-6217
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 5 - 9 p.m.
Saturday: 1 - 6 p.m.
Woodhome
7310 Moyer Ave.
Baltimore 21234
410-396-6703
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Center History
Built-in 1968, the center was named after General Electric’s employees who lived in the community and built their homes out of wood.