John C. Proctor Recreation Center Explained

John C. Proctor Recreation Center
Location:300 S. Allen St, Peoria, Illinois
Coordinates:40.6853°N -89.6161°W
Built:1913
Architect:Hewitt & Emerson[1]
Architecture:Classical Revival
Added:September 6, 1979
Refnum:79000860

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.[1] 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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Notes and References

  1. "John C. Proctor Recreation Center," (PDF), National Register of Historic Places Nomination Form, Illinois Historic Preservation Agency, HAARGIS Database. Retrieved 14 April 2007.