IMPORTANT UPDATE

Recreation Center CLOSURES

Dates vary; click below for details

Due to Post Summer Maintenance, select rec centers will be CLOSED. Please check back for updates. Thank you for your patience.
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Aquatics Programming Summer 2026

Sat, May 30 - Sat, August 29

We're pleased to share our complete Summer 2026 Aquatics Program Schedule. Thank you for your continued patience as we update our website. For more information, call 504-658-3052 or click below.
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Rec Centers Programming Summer 2026

Mon, June 1 - Fri, July, 31

We're pleased to share our complete Summer 2026 Centers Programming Schedule. Thank you for your continued patience as we update our website. For more info, please call 504-658-3052 or click below.
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Temporary Road Closure at Joe W. Brown Park

Temporarily CLOSED

Please be advised that due to necessary bridge repairs, a portion of the roadway at Joe W. Brown Park will be temporarily closed. This closure allows for the safe passage of two-way traffic around the construction area & ensures the safety of park visitors and crews. The repairs are expected to take some time, and we will provide regular updates as the project progresses.
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Welcome to NORD

The New Orleans Recreation Development (NORD) Commission is where community, culture, and recreation come together. From playgrounds and parks to pools, fitness centers, and greenspaces, NORD provides safe, inclusive spaces that bring our city’s neighborhoods to life.

We offer year-round programs for all ages, including youth athletics, arts and culture, aquatics, fitness, teen mentoring, senior recreation, and inclusive activities for individuals with special needs. Whether you are here to join a class, attend an event, or enjoy one of our many green spaces, there is something for everyone at NORD.

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Featured Events

Pickleball Indoor-Outdoor Open Play
Open Play
Pickleball is available! Contact any listed locations for scheduled times! Locations: Atkinson Stern Center, Gernon Brown Rec Center, Joe W. Brown Rec Center, Morris F.X. Jeff Rec Center/ Outdoor Court, Lyons Rec Center, and Treme Rec Center.

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Open Archery
Every Thursday from 4-7 PM
Swing by our archery range to unwind, learn a new skill - or both. It's free! A certified archery instructor will always be on hand, providing thorough safety instructions and plenty of tips about technique and form. Reservations required.
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