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Throughout the 1950's general public recreational opportunities in both
the City of Henderson and Vance County were extremely limited. There was
no system of public parks nor were there any public recreational
programs offered to Henderson or Vance County residents. Various civic
clubs, and a semi-professional baseball league offered the only "public"
recreational opportunities. The growing need for community-wide
recreation became more and more apparent and, as a result, a local
Recreation Commission was established in 1970, with the first
professional director hired in late 1970, early 1971. This Commission,
in combination with many civic leaders and the local business community
(particularly Harriet & Henderson Yarns, Inc.) set about the task of
developing an extensive array of recreational programs, facilities and
opportunities for Henderson and Vance County residents.
This "array" of recreational opportunities and facilities, which are
proudly offered through the combined efforts of the City, Vance County
and numerous other supporters and patrons, can be seen as you browse
this portion of the city's website.
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