‼️Heads up!
The East Lawrence Recreation Center will be closed for maintenance and repairs on Tuesday, May 19th from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. The building will be open from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
☀️ Summer adventure starts here with Lawrence Parks, Recreation and Culture. 🎨⚽🚌🌊
Looking for a fun, active, and enriching summer camp program for your kids? Our South Park Playground Camp is packed with exciting experiences for children ages 5-12 all summer long.
Campers will enjoy:
🎨 Arts & crafts
🏊 Swimming days
⚽ Games & recreation
🌳 Outdoor exploration
🎬 Field trips & special outings
🤝 Friendship-building in a safe, supportive environment
And the field trips? They’re BIG fun this year! Campers may visit:
🦁 Topeka Zoo
🦎 Prairie Park Nature Center
🌊 Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center
💦 Shawnee North Family Aquatic Center
🎳 Royal Crest Bowling Lanes
⚾ Kansas City Royals game at Kauffman Stadium
🏀 Sports Pavilion Lawrence
🎥 trips to the movies and more!
📅 Sessions begin June 1 and run through August 7.
🍎 Campers also participate in the Free Summer Lunch Program.
⏰ NEW this year: Camp hours are 9 a.m.–4 p.m., with limited after-hours care available from 4–5 p.m.
📲 Register now: https://bit.ly/4eKmbay
Questions? Contact Madison Husbenet at 785-832-7951 or [email protected]
#LawrenceKS #cityoflawrence #summerfun #Recreation #prairieparknaturecenter #SummerCamp #camp #kidscamp #fieldtrips
😎🏊♀️Prefer to stay out of the sun but still want to go for a swim or play with the kids at the pool? Make a splash this summer at the Indoor Aquatic Center (4706 Overland Dr). 🌊🐸🐙 #LawrenceKS #Recreation #cityoflawrence #lawrenceaquaticcenters #summerfun
The Outdoor Aquatic Center is opening for the season on Monday, May 25 from 1-6 p.m. — and we’re ready for cannonballs, lazy pool days, sunshine, and summer fun! 🌊
📍 727 Kentucky St.
☀️ SUMMER SEASON
Tuesday, May 26 – Sunday, August 23
🕒 Regular Hours
Monday-Friday: 1-7:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 1-6 p.m.
🏊 Lap Swimming (starting Monday, June 15)
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Grab your sunscreen, towels, and goggles — we’ll see you at the pool! 😎
Questions? Call (785) 832-7990
#lawrenceaquaticcenters #cityoflawrence #LawrenceKS #Recreation #summerfun
To the graduates of University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University — congratulations! 🎓
Your hard work, resilience, creativity, and passion have helped shape the spirit of Lawrence.
As you celebrate this milestone, know that Lawrence is proud to be part of your journey. Whether your next chapter takes you across the country or keeps you close to home, we hope you carry a little of this community’s culture, connection, and creativity with you wherever you go.
Here’s to new adventures, bold futures, and celebrating all you’ve accomplished. 💜💙💛❤️
#LawrenceKS #Graduation #RockChalk #Haskell
We know many of you are eager to cool off at the Lawrence splash pads! We’re currently coordinating maintenance staffing to make sure the splash pads are ready, safe, and running smoothly for the season.
We appreciate your patience while we finalize those details and will share an update as soon as everything is set. The splash pads will be open soon.
#splashpads #summer2026 #summerfun
Experience art and fútbol in Downtown Lawrence this summer! The artworks in this year's Unmistakable Public Art Exhibition celebrate the spirit of the World Cup, each offering a different creative perspective on public art and the world’s favorite game.
⚽️ Soka Kila Mahali/Soccer Everywhere by Gary Mark Smith – photo collage on banner at Lawrence City Hall, 6 E 6th St.
⚽️ Gestura by Nathaniel Pierce – stainless steel and acrylic sculpture at the southwest corner of 7th and Massachusetts streets.
⚽️ Fútbol 50 v 50 by Randall Warren – painted steel sculpture at the Lawrence Public Library plaza, 707 Vermont St.
⚽️ Close up, Far Out and Six Sides of Connection by Alicia Kelly – cut window graphics displayed at 812 Massachusetts St. (installed) and at The Roost, 920 Massachusetts St. (coming soon)
⚽️ FRGMNTS {WRLD CP 26} by Javy Ortiz – painted panels in steel frame, located on the sidewalk east of Massachusetts St. between 8th and 9th streets (coming soon).
⚽️ Lawrence United F.C. Wearable Public Art as Cultural Narrative by Tim Hossler and Lizzy Arnold – fútbol wearables at select retailers on Massachusetts St. during World Cup.
Learn more about the exhibition at the link in our bio.
We're taking you back in time today to Watson Park in the early 20th century. Called "Central Park" at that time, it was part of the original town. It was eventually renamed Buford M. Watson Jr. Park in 1990 after Buford M. Watson Jr., Lawrence city manager from 1970-1989. The park is home to the Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center, an original train locomotive, playground equipment, and basketball court.
In this photo, you can see children enjoying the sun and playing in the park.
Thank you to @watkinsmuseum for providing the photo and some information!
#lawrenceks #throwbackthursdays
🌷🌈Spring is in the air so kick off the season with us at the Spring Artisan Fair! Browse a curated selection of handmade goods and find the perfect Mother’s Day gift (or something special just for you).
🚲🎨Bring the whole family and enjoy our free kids zone, featuring complimentary bike helmets (while supplies last), fun crafts, and tasty treats for all ages.
📆 Saturday, May 2 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
📍Holcom Park Recreation Center | 2700 W 27th St
