Russell's Baxter Community Center is getting a major facelift. Here's what to expect

Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, Louisville Courier Journal
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The space, which is next to Baxter Square Park in the Russell neighborhood, will have many new features including a lounge area, gymnasium, an outdoor plaza, basketball courts and an expanded parking.
The space, which is next to Baxter Square Park in the Russell neighborhood, will have many new features including a lounge area, gymnasium, an outdoor plaza, basketball courts and an expanded parking.

Project: Baxter Community Center

Location: 1125 W. Liberty St.

Description: Louisville Metro Housing Authority Jailen Leavell said an expansion and renovations at the Baxter Community Center, funded through money from the American Rescue Plan Act, are expected to be completed by Summer 2024.

A rendering shows the renovated and expanded Baxter Community Center in Louisville's Russell neighborhood, with the project expected to wrap up by 2024.
A rendering shows the renovated and expanded Baxter Community Center in Louisville's Russell neighborhood, with the project expected to wrap up by 2024.

The space next to Baxter Square Park in the Russell neighborhood will have many new features, including a lounge area, a gymnasium, a refurbished basketball court and an outdoor plaza and playground. Expanded parking will also be added to the west side of the center, officials said.

"With these enhancements, the Baxter Community Center is poised to become a focal point of our neighborhood, catering to diverse interests and needs within our community," Leavell said.

Leavell did not offer a more specific date when the project could be completed.

Cost: $8.98 million

Size: 14,436 square feet, including a 4,525 square foot wing to be added to the existing complex.

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This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Baxter Community Center renovations to be completed in 2024