Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are Recreation Centers open for competition play?

A: No, we are not allowing any basketball or volleyball to take place. Recreation Centers have a 15 person maximum limit within track/court area. Social distancing is required, which mean no competitive play can occur.

Q: Are community rooms available for rental?

A. No

Q: Do I have to schedule appointments to use facilities at Recreation Centers?

A: Yes, walking within the gym, use of the court and use of the workout equipment  all will need appointments. Please call your local Recreation Center

Unity Center 219.397.2392

Heritage Hall 219.391.8380

Q. Are parks open?

A. Yes, parks are all open. Using equipment at parks is at your own risk. Stay Safe, Play Safe. Wash your hand, wear a mask and stay 6ft. apart.

Q. Is the greenhouse open?

A. Yes, by appointment only. You can also visit our Curbside Market every third Thursday of the month.

Thursday 1-3:30pm. Contact 219.391.2673 for appointment times.

Q. Is MacArthur Golf Course, Batting Cages and Mini Golf open?

A. Yes, We ask that you bring your own equipment.

Q. Is Riley Park Hall available for rental?

A. No

Q: Are park shelters, gazebo, and Washington pavilion  available for rental?

A. Yes, please visit http://www.eastchicago.com/213/Parks-Recreation you will find cost and applications. We will only take phone payments or money order payments brought to our drop box.

Q: Will the pools open this year?

A. No

This is subject to change.

If you have any other question, please free to contact us.

Stay Safe, Play Safe

Wash Your Hands, Wear Your Mask and Stay 6ft Apart