Translate
AccessibilityConstance Baker Motley Recreation Center
E. 54 St. bet. 1 Ave. and 2 Ave.
Manhattan
Directions via Google Maps
Located in the heart of midtown, the 54th Street Recreation Center has been a community staple for years. It is named in honor of Constance Baker Motley. Motley, born in 1921, was the first African American woman to become a federal judge. She was a leading jurist and legal advocate during the Civil Rights movement, and the first Black woman to serve as Manhattan Borough President.
Discover the history of Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center
Show Disclaimer
This map is designed to represent parks as they are used by the public. It should not be used to represent the legal boundaries of property under Parks jurisdiction. If you would like to view all City property under the jurisdiction of NYC Parks, please visit NYC OpenData.
Check out your park's Vital Signs
Clean & Safe
We do not apply the Park Condition Score to this type of site. Learn More
$23.3M
Recent Investment
Green & Resilient
No mapped trees present at this site.
No natural areas present at this site.
Empowered & Engaged Users
No active volunteer groups.
Share your feedback or learn more about how this park is part of a
Vital Park System
Know Before You Go
In observance of
Independence Day,
all recreation centers
will be closed on
Friday, July 4, 2025.
Independence Day,
all recreation centers
will be closed on
Friday, July 4, 2025.
The elevator at this location is currently out of service.
Beginning Monday, July 7 through Friday, August 22, 2025, the gymnasium, dance room, and track at the Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center will be closed for NYC Parks Summer Camp operations from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Recreation Center members will have access to center and these areas during the hours of 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The gymnasium, dance room, and track will reopen to members and the public on Monday, August 25, 2025.
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The gymnasium, dance room, and track will reopen to members and the public on Monday, August 25, 2025.
Beginning Monday, June 23, 2025 the indoor pool at Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center will have reduced hours for the duration of this summer.
 |
%7Cutmcsr%3D(direct)%7Cutmcmd%3D(none)%3B%2B__utmv%3D54011422.-%3B)