The Fessenden Center — Hatteras Island Recreation and Community Programs

About

The Fessenden Center is a multi-generational facility in Buxton serving people across Hatteras Island. Its programs and activities are designed for toddlers, youth, adults, older adults, and families. The facility is also home to Dare County Parks and Recreation programming and Dare County Adult and Senior Services.

Programs are professionally designed and supervised by The Fessenden Center staff, with opportunities spanning athletics, arts, wellness, and general leisure. Young participants can take part in classes, lessons, team and individual sports, summer camps, and special events.

Adults can choose from a broad selection of activities, including shopping trips, movies, luncheons, team sports, fitness classes, and speakers addressing a variety of topics. Our Fitness Calendar offers many ways to stay active while enjoying time at the facility.

The Fessenden Center has activities for everyone. Visitors are welcome to stop in and tour the facility, where the friendly staff can introduce them to what is available.

Contact

The Fessenden Center
46830 Hwy 12 Buxton, NC 27920
fessenden@darenc.com