Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Department of Recreation and Parks officials joined elected officials, community members and gaming enthusiasts to open Baltimore County’s newest Recreation Activity Center (RAC) in Rosedale.

Located alongside McCormick Elementary School, the new facility focuses on recreational, social and wellness opportunities for residents and provides dedicated esports programming for all ages.

“We are proud of the ways we continue to expand recreational opportunities in every neighborhood, and this new center will provide residents the opportunity to stay active, build connections with neighbors and stay up to date on the latest technology,” said Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski. “We are grateful to our partners for their support of this state-of-the-art facility, and look forward to this being a community hub for years to come.”

Rosedale RAC features include a gymnasium with a stage, movie screen, and sound system; several reservable activity rooms suitable for classes, events, or meetings; an outdoor multipurpose court; and a gaming room with computers and consoles for competitive multi-player video gaming. The facility includes an esports-themed design to inspire curiosity about and engagement with technology.

The $12.6 million center was supported with $10.8 million in Baltimore County funds, $1.7 million in Maryland Program Open Space funding, and a $50,000 capital grant secured by members of the county’s delegation to the state legislature.

“The Rosedale RAC is going to be a shining light for the Hazelwood and Rosedale neighborhoods,” said Baltimore County Councilman Mike Ertel.  “It will be place where residents of all ages will be able to gather, interact, exercise, learn and play.”

To learn more about the center see the full press release