MADISON — Called an “asset for all ages,” the new Madison Community Center will open its doors Thursday in a grand-opening ceremony hosted by the city of Madison and Madison Visionary Partners.
The grand opening marks years of work transitioning the facility into a necessity for residents and community groups. The ceremony is 10 a.m.; the address is 1329 Brownsferry Road.
“The community center marks a maturation of Madison and will serve as an asset for all ages to utilize and enjoy for decades to come,” said Mayor Paul Finley. “From the project’s inception, to dollars raised, then design and construction, this project has come full-circle; and we are thrilled to provide access to affordable facilities and programs that bring families and neighbors together.”
The 30,000 square-foot community center houses meeting rooms, arts and craft spaces, music rooms, and a multi-use gym for Madison’s special needs community.
A courtyard at the center of the facility hosts picnic tables for outdoor gathering and a small performance stage. The Senior Center occupies one wing of the building, expanding opportunities for the city’s growing active senior community.
“Public spaces, like the community center, help define a city’s quality of life, which is why MVP is so thankful to our donors for contributing $1,009,500 toward the facility,” said Christina Hearne, executive director of Madison Visionary Partners. “The community center enhances the social infrastructure of Madison as we continue to grow a vibrant, connected and healthy city.”
Madison’s Parks and Recreation Department is scheduling programs and room rentals. To view programs and reserve rooms at the Community Center, download the Madison Parks and Recreation app on the App Store or Google Play. The remaining 30 acres of land will connect with the Bradford Creek Greenway.
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