Walltown Park Recreation Center

Facility Overview

Walltown Park Recreation Center is a community facility in Durham, North Carolina. The center is part of the Durham Parks and Recreation system and serves as a hub for various recreational activities and programs for residents of all ages.

Outdoor Amenities

The park surrounding the recreation center features outdoor amenities including basketball courts, a playground, and a large open space that can be used as a ballfield. There are also three horseshoe pits and a small outdoor picnic shelter available for public use.

Indoor Facilities

Inside the recreation center, visitors will find a bright and open fitness center on the second floor, which overlooks the basketball court. The facility offers cardiovascular equipment such as treadmills, cycles, and elliptical trainers, as well as weight machines and free weights for strength training.

One notable feature of the center is its indoor walking track, available at no cost to visitors. Fifteen laps around the track equal one mile, providing a convenient option for indoor exercise, especially during inclement weather.

Programs and Activities

The recreation center offers a variety of programming throughout the year, catering to different age groups from toddlers to mature adults. Fitness classes are also available, with details provided in their Play More Guide or through their online booking system, ActiveNet.

Event Spaces

For those interested in hosting events, Walltown Park Recreation Center has several rooms available for rent, including a gymnasium, multipurpose room, dance studio, and a mature adult center. These spaces can accommodate various types of gatherings, from meetings to birthday parties.

Historical Significance

The center's history is closely tied to the Walltown neighborhood, which was established in 1892 by George Wall, an African-American worker who followed his job with Trinity College to Durham. The current recreation center, completed in 2011, pays homage to the original center built by passionate residents, incorporating stones from the first building into one interior wall and displaying historic photos of the community members who established the original center.