
The local media recently got an upclose look at the progress on the new Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation and Aquatic Center. The 64,000-square-foot facility, located on Hilliard Street next door Selena S. Butler Park and across the street from the King Memorial MARTA station, replaces the MLK Jr. Natatorium, which was closed in 2012 due to structural issues.
The facility will feature a zero entry pool, swim programs, football, softball, volleyball, space for traditional gym equipment, locker and shower rooms, a running track, a computer lounge, gathering spaces, a senior center, and even a 24’ climbing wall.
The center has, at its heart, a mission to meet the needs of the surrounding community.
To keep up with progress on the projects and more, visit the website at atlantaga.gov (search under parks and recreation) or follow on social media via facebook.com/AtlantaDPRCA.
I’m really excited for this to open. Any guess as to when that will be?
Possibly by the end of the year, but that remains to be seen.
I’m really excited for this to open. Any guess as to when that will be?
Possibly by the end of the year, but that remains to be seen.