About the R.P. Lumber Center

The R.P. Lumber Center is a recreational complex located at 6289 Tiger Drive in Edwardsville, Illinois, that offers its residents and the surrounding communities a year-round option for skating, exercise and more. Offering one of the only 175-meter special surface tracks in the area, the R.P. Lumber Center features a state-of-the-art ice rink as well as a fitness room, teen center and space for community meetings, gatherings or private parties. The programs and events cater to all ages and abilities.

The facility is conveniently located adjacent to Edwardsville High School, Metro-East Lutheran High School, Illinois Route 157 and Governors' Parkway, and is accessible from the many outdoor trails in the community.

Explore our membership page to learn about family and individual membership options, plus day pass and punch card pricing for non-member visits. Find and follow the R.P. Lumber Center on Facebook for the latest news! 

The R.P. Lumber Center came about as part of the City's A Better Place to Play park enhancement campaign, which also led to the Leon Corlew Park and Splash Pad and Plummer Family Park. 

Questions? Email: thecenter@cityofedwardsville.com

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The R.P. Lumber Center (Scott Evers/2022)

•  Key Features of the R.P. Lumber Center  •

  • NHL Regulation-Size Ice Rink
    • Hockey Program
      • Learn to Play Hockey
      • Adult recreation leagues and stick 'n puck play
      • Surrounding community high school teams
      • Club hockey teams
    • Learn to Skate Programs
    • Figure Skating
    • Broom Ball
    • Special Events and Activities - including team building and birthday parties
    • Recreational skating for all ages
  • The Garage Teen Center
    • 4,365-square-foot indoor/outdoor space
    • Centrally located near EHS and Metro-East Lutheran High School
    • Offers after-school activities including tutoring, study space and a safe gathering hangout
    • Student visitors must register to use the teen center during after-school hours while school is in session. The registration form is available online or at the R.P. Lumber Center. 
  • Community Room(s)
    • Large community space that can be used for local organizations, clubs and groups
    • Divides into two smaller spaces as needed
    • 100+ capacity
  • Indoor Track & Fitness Center
    • Indoor, four-lane track overlooking the ice rink
    • 175-meter special surface track
    • Offers year-round space for walkers and runners

- R.P. Lumber Center Photo credit: Scott Evers

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