Mayor Bowser to Cut Ribbon on Anacostia Recreation Center at Ketcham, Ward 8's Newest Hub for Community Members of All Ages to Learn, Gather and Grow

(Washington, DC) - On Saturday, February 28 at 12 pm, Mayor Muriel Bowser will be joined by District leaders and community members to cut the ribbon on the all-new Anacostia Recreation Center at Ketcham, delivering another win for Ward 8.

This brand-new, 15,000-square-foot facility represents a major investment in youth, families, and community wellness in Ward 8. The recreation center features a full gymnasium, fitness room, kitchen, multipurpose rooms, lounge and more. Exterior work will include outdoor covered seating, an entry plaza, new playgrounds, lighting, a natural grass field, and a walking and running path.

Since 2015, the Bowser Administration has invested more than $600 million in recreation center projects across the city, with over $100 million dedicated to Ward 8 recreation centers alone. These investments have modernized, renovated, and expanded facilities such as the Southeast Tennis and Learning Center (2022), Barry Farm Recreation Center (2019), Anacostia Recreation Center (2019), Ferebee Hope Recreation Center (2021), and Bald Eagle Recreation Center (2017). Projects currently underway or opening soon in Ward 8 include the Fort Greble Recreation Center, Ferebee Hope Boxing Annex, and the Southeast Tennis and Learning Center expansion, all opening this summer. And the Congress Heights Recreation Center is expected in spring 2027.

When:
Saturday, February 28 at 12 pm

Who:
Mayor Muriel Bowser
Councilmember Trayon White, Sr., Ward 8
Delano Hunter, Director, Department of General Services
Thennie Freeman, Director, Department of Parks and Recreation
Dr. Antoinette Mitchell, State Superintendent of Education
Tiffany White, Principal, Ketcham Elementary School

Where:
Anacostia Recreation Center at Ketcham
1929 15th Street SE
*Closest Metro Station: Anacostia*
*Closest Bus Routes: C53, C15, C23, C31*
*Closest Bikeshare: 14th St & Marion Barry Ave SE*

Press interested in attending the event are asked to RSVP to [email protected].

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