Recreation Centers
Municipal Gymnasium
What's Coming
Summer Movies in the Park 2013
Friday, May 17: The Rookie PG
Saturday, June 22: Despicable Me PG
Saturday, July 27: Madagascar 3 PG
Movies will begin at dusk.
Location:
Balboa Park/Morley Field
2221 Morley Field Drive
619-525-8264
See flyer for details!
History of the Center
Built for the 1935 Exposition as the "Palace of Electricity and Varied Industries" the architecture reflects a close relationship between ancient Maya and 20th Century ornamentation and its progression. During WW II the gym was used by the Navy. It was renovated in 1947.
Directions and Bus Route
From Interstate 8, take the 163 south through Balboa Park. Take the Interstate 5 South exit, then exit on Park Boulevard. Stay on Park Boulevard until you come to President's Way, then turn left on President's Way. You will now be in the park. Go to the first stop sign and turn left. The gym is on your left, just beyond the Hall of Champions.
The Municipal Gymnasium is accessible by bus via SDMTS route 7.
