Magnuson Community Center

HOURS

Monday-Wednesday 1 - 9 p.m.
Thursday-Friday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday Closed

Holiday Closures

Monday, Jan 18th MLK Day
Monday, Feb 15th Presidents' Day
Monday, May 31st Memorial Day
Monday, Jul 5th Independence Day (observed)
Monday, Sep 6th Labor Day
Thursday, Nov 11th Veteran's Day
Thursday, Nov 25th Thanksgiving Day
Friday, Nov 26th Day After Thanksgiving
Friday, Dec 24th Christmas Day (observed)
Friday, Dec 31st New Years Day (observed)

Furlough Closures

Friday, Jan 15th
Friday, Feb 12th
Friday, Mar12th
Friday, Apr 9th
Friday, May 7th
Friday, May 28th
Friday, Sep 10th
Friday, Oct 11th
Friday, Nov 15th
Thursday, Dec 27th

In response to budget reductions, Seattle Parks and Recreation staff will take 10 unpaid days off in 2010. More information

ABOUT THE CENTER

Magnuson Community Center

Magnuson Community Center, originally known as Building 47 or the "recreation building," was designed for training, recreation, and entertainment by base personnel. It was under construction when the United States entered World War II in 1941. Within its walls you would have found a swimming pool for practicing survival techniques, a gymnasium, handball courts, a weight training room, locker rooms, a bowling alley, and a library. In the years following the war, both the naval base and the recreation center underwent many changes. By the time the base was transferred to the City of Seattle, it needed a lot of maintenance. In early 2003, the building underwent significant renovations to the auditorium, gymnasium and ancillary spaces, opening up new facilities to northeast Seattle.

The Brig at Warren G. Magnuson Park

The Brig was designed as a jail for holding military prisoners from throughout the region. It was also the last building constructed on the base in 1988. It has enjoyed hosting Hollywood, serving as a set for scenes for several episodes of the "X-Files." In 2003, this building also underwent renovations that included installation of wood floors for indoor recreation, opening up a lobby area (which also links to an adjacent community garden), and an improved heating and ventilation system.

Associated Recreation Council

The Associated Recreation Council works closely with Magnuson Community Center to help provide support and imagination so we can bring you the programs you want.

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