John C. Proctor Recreation Center

About John C. Proctor Recreation Center

The John C. Proctor Recreation Center was constructed in Peoria, Illinois, United States in 1913. The Classical Revival center was built per the provisions of its founders will, John C. Proctor. It was designed by Hewitt & Emerson. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 6, 1979.

The building is a facility operated by the Peoria Parks District. Facilities include a swimming pool, two gymnasiums, an auditorium, outdoor basketball courts, a playground, and the African American Hall of Fame Museum.

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Architect
Hewitt & Emerson

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Make a day of it. 4 more museums are within 1.3 miles of John C. Proctor Recreation Center; the closest, African-American Hall of Fame Museum, is practically next door.