News: Loudoun Parks and Rec Holds Two Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies: New Park and Renovated Community Center

(Nov. 6, 2012) - The Loudoun County Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services and the Department of Construction and Waste Management held two ribbon cutting ceremonies on Saturday, November 3, 2012 including the opening of the newly renovated Bluemont Community Center and a ribbon cutting at Hampshire Park in Ashburn.


The Bluemont Community Center building was constructed in 1923 and served as the local school until the 1960's. The building was used primarily as a school storage site until 1988 when the County began offering community center programs for the residents of Bluemont and the surrounding area.

Renovations to the existing structure include restoration of the stone foundation and exterior walls, new metal roofing, insulation and a geothermal HVAC system, new windows and storm windows, water saving fixtures throughout, and a 2700 square-foot, two-story addition. The addition is fully accessible and features a new main entry and reception area, elevator, offices, kitchen, restrooms, basement and storage area. A complete fire suppression system and new security system were also installed.

Hampshire Park is a proffered, 9.5-acre active park site in the community of Stonegate in the Broad Run District. The site includes two irrigated lacrosse fields, a concession stand with bathroom facilities and meeting space, an asphalt trail providing access to the W&OD trail, and parking.

Bluemont Community Center is located at 33846 Snickersville Turnpike, Bluemont VA 20135. Hampshire Park is located at 21315 Smith Switch Road, Ashburn, VA 20147.