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Built as a school in 1928, the original building consisted of classrooms, an auditorium, a lunchroom, a library, and a principal’s office. The school was closed as part of Asheville City Schools’ desegregation plan in 1965 and converted to a public community center.

New Hours Starting August 26

  • Monday and Wednesday: 9:30 am to 6 pm
  • Tuesday: 10 am to 8 pm
  • Thursday: 10:30 am to 6 pm
  • Friday: 9:30 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday and Sunday: Closed

Indoor Features

  • Computer access
  • Kitchen
  • Meeting rooms
  • Multipurpose room
  • Recording studio
  • Restrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Basketball courts (two)
  • Educational panels
  • Multi-purpose field
  • Mural
  • Off-street parking lot
  • Open space
  • Picnic tables
  • Playground

Activities, Classes, and Events

History

Learn more about the community-guided process to bring the park to life by reading Park Views: Burton Street Community Center.

Features

  • Basketball
  • Playground
  • Restrooms
  • Sports Field(s)
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Location Type

  • Community Center
  • Park

Location Information

134 Burton Street
Asheville, NC 28806

(828) 259-8020

parks@ashevillenc.gov

Day Operating Hours
Sunday Closed
Monday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday Closed