LC Ward 3 Martin Luther King Center

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06/18/2026

Juneteenth Hours Update
The Power Center and the Natatorium will have adjusted hours today in observance of Juneteenth.
Both facilities will close at 2 PM.

Thank you for your understanding as we honor this important day!!

(all other Ward 3 facilities will be closed for the day, with the exception of our outdoor pools, which will have normal operating hours, closing at 6 PM)

06/18/2026
Congratulations to Kip Texada and the Ward 3 Recreation Board for their leadership, vision, and commitment to our commun...
06/16/2026

Congratulations to Kip Texada and the Ward 3 Recreation Board for their leadership, vision, and commitment to our community. Thanks to their hard work—and the support made possible through the renewed tax funding—numerous public recreation sites are now nearing completion. These projects represent a major investment in the quality of life for families across Ward 3, and they stand as a testament to what thoughtful planning and community support can achieve.

It is especially meaningful that one of these renovated sites was once led by former board member and longtime principal, Coach Solomon Cannon. His decades of service, mentorship, and impact on young people continue to shape this community. Seeing his former campus revitalized stands as a powerful tribute to his legacy and the lasting mark he left on Ward 3.

These kids brought the kind of excitement that fills a whole building, and our staff loved every minute of it. Watching ...
06/13/2026

These kids brought the kind of excitement that fills a whole building, and our staff loved every minute of it. Watching them enjoy their swim time, build confidence in the water, and just have fun together was a reminder of why community programs matter so much.

These kids brought the kind of excitement that fills a whole building, and our staff loved every minute of it. Watching them enjoy their swim time, build confidence in the water, and just have fun together was a reminder of why community programs matter so much.

Brightstar Day Camp Lake Charles Ward 3 Recreation WardThree Recreation

The Ward 3 Natatorium was buzzing with energy today as we welcomed nearly 100 incredible campers from the MLK Recreation...
06/13/2026

The Ward 3 Natatorium was buzzing with energy today as we welcomed nearly 100 incredible campers from the MLK Recreation Center’s Brightstar camp, led by Donald Thomas. Their visit turned the pool into a wave of laughter, teamwork, and pure summer joy.

06/12/2026
06/11/2026

Address

2009 Simmons Street
Lake Charles, LA
70601

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 7pm
Tuesday 6am - 7pm
Wednesday 6am - 7pm
Thursday 6am - 7pm
Friday 6am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+13374914797

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