• 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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  • Joe W. Brown Track Stadium is CLOSED

    Joe W. Brown Track Stadium will be closed for repairs to the track field beginning Monday, May 11, 2026.  Please monitor our website for information to be posted on a reopening date later this month!

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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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About Us

Council District

Council District D

Center Manager

Eddie Anthony Davis III

Amenities

    Fenced
  • Field lights
  • Fields (baseball)
  • Off-street parking
  • Stadium

 

Major League Baseball Urban Youth Academy

(504) 282-0443

The Major League Baseball Urban Youth Academy provides safe and organized recreational activities for urban youth and prepares high school players for college and professional baseball and softball programs.  The coaching staff consists of highly experienced baseball and softball personnel who specialize in practical and theoretical training of baseball fundamentals. 

Learn more about the the MLB Urban Youth Academy and Wesley Barrow Stadium  here.


 

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