News from the City of Wilmington

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Mayor Announces Summer Schedule for City Swimming Pools

Wilmington Mayor James M. Baker announced today the summer schedule for the City’s public swimming pools. The City of Wilmington Department of Parks and Recreation operates five public swimming pools. The pools are now open through August 15 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (public swim hours). Refer to the schedule below for locations and days the pools are closed.

The pools are staffed by Red Cross-certified lifeguards, and feature changing facilities and showers. There is no cost to use the pools during public swim hours. While the pools are open to everyone, patrons under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

“Our city pools provide welcome relief from the summer heat for thousands of residents every year,” said Mayor Baker. “In fact, visiting our pools is a cherished summer tradition across the entire City. Thanks to our Parks and Recreation Staff, we are able to provide children and adults with a safe, free way to keep cool.” 

Pool Hours of Operation

Foster Brown Pool
7th and Lombard Streets
571-4265
Open Monday and Tuesday; Thursday - Sunday
1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Closed Wednesday

Eden Pool (Southbridge)
New Castle Avenue and City Line
573-5560
Opening day: July 1
Open Monday - Wednesday; Friday - Sunday
1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Closed Thursday

Prices Run Pool (Brown, Burton, Winchester Park)
26th Street and Speakman Place
571-4293
Open Monday - Saturday
1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Closed Sunday

William "Hicks" Anderson Community Center Pool
(indoor pool)
501 N. Madison Street
571-4266
Open Monday - Friday
2:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Closed Saturday and Sunday

P.S. Dupont Elementary Pool
(indoor pool)
34th and Monroe Streets
762-7149
Open Wednesdays and Thursdays Only
9:00 a.m. – 12 noon, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

For information about the City’s public swimming pools, please contact Parks and Recreation at 576-3812.

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