Milwaukee County Parks
 

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center

Located in King Park, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center serves Milwaukee's near west side, offering a wide variety fitness, recreation and programming opportunities to area residents. 

 

Wednesday, Nov. 18: Weight Room Opens

-- with limited capacity, to members-only, with reserved 1-hour time slots
You must reserve your 1-hour timeslot the day prior to your workout:
Questions: Email ParksKingCC@milwaukeecountywi.gov
Reservaions: Call (414) 344-5600 

Reopening Guide: Rules & Procedures

  • Membership
  • Fitness
  • Rentals
  • Programs
  • Special Events

Membership

2020 fees for 12-month membership (prices listed include sales tax)

Age 18+ $45
Age 13-17 $30
Age 12 & Under $20
Family of 4 $80
+1 Family Member (Age 13-17) $12
+1 Family Member (Age 12 & Under) $8
Day Pass* not available
Replacement Card $5

 

 

Hours: Weight Room Only

beginning Nov. 18, by Member reservation only

Monday & Wednesday 10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday noon – 7:30 p.m.
Friday – Sunday closed

 

Sports & Fitness

Membership of the King Center includes access to the fitness center, weight room and boxing ring.

Gymnasium - Currently Not Available

From September to May the gym is available for open gym basketball or for indoor walking.

Open Gym Hours
Walking Only, for Adults:
Adults: 
Age 15 & up:

Rentals - Currently Not Available

Host your party, athletic event or business meeting at our center!

To book, call (414) 344-5600 Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Rental Availability
Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday  8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Reservations are not accepted for Jan. 1, July 4, Dec. 24, 25 or 31.

Auditorium Rental Capacity Fee (for 2 hours) Fee (for 6 hours) Each Add'l Hour
Ideal for plays, weddings,
talent shows, meetings or presentations		 200 $73.92 $448.80 $84.48


Get Auditorium Details in the Rentals Guide

 

Gymnasium Rental -
Capacity 600 people or 350 with tables and chairs		 Mon. - Fri. Sat. - Sun.
2 hrs add'l hr 2 hrs add'l hr
Gymnasium – sporting event $137.28 $68.64 $158.40 $79.20
Gymnasium – non-sporting event $211.20 $105.60 211.20 $105.60
Tables, chairs, sound system, and technicians are available for an additional fee. 


Get Gymnasium Details in the Rentals Guide

 

Other Rooms Capacity Fee (for 2 hours) Each Add'l Hour
Conference Room 24 $73.92 $36.96
Multi-Purpose Room 75 $79.20 $39.60
Multi-Fitness Room 75 $79.20 $39.60
Karate/Boxing Room   $84.48 $42.24
Fun-A-Rama Room 50 $84.48 $42.24
A kitchenette is available to add on to any rental – $52.80 (4 hours)


Get Room Details in the Rentals Guide

 

Programs & Partnerships

Through partnerships with area organizations, a variety of enrichment and social activities are available at the King Center.

Special Events

King Day Celebration

Every January we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with an event of music, dance and more, inside the King Center auditorium.

Back to School Festival

Our annual event, held every August, brings the community together with a festival and school supply giveaway. 

See the Parks Calendar for Dates

How to Find Us

1531 W. Vliet St.
Milwaukee, WI 53233

(414) 344-5600

MILWAUKEE COUNTY PARKS

9480 W. Watertown Plank Road
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
(414) 257-PARK (7275)


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