About the RP Lumber Center

The R.P. Lumber Center is a recreational complex located in Edwardsville, Illinois that offers its residents and the surrounding communities a year-round option for skating, exercise, and more.  Offering one of the only 175-meter special surface tracks in the area, The RP Lumber CENTER showcases a state-of-the-art ice rink as well as a teen center and meeting space.  Conveniently located adjacent to Edwardsville High School, Metro-East Lutheran High School, Highway 157, and Governors Parkway as well as accessibility to the many outdoor trails in the community.


The R.P. Lumber Center is the latest in the A Better Place to Play's park enhancement campaign.

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  • NHL Regulation Size Ice Rink
    • Hockey Programhockey
      • Little Learn to Play Hockey
      • Adult recreation leagues and stick'n puck play
      • Surrounding community high school teams
      • Club hockey teams
    • Learn to Skate Program
    • Figure Skating
    • Broom Ballgirl
    • Curling
    • Special Events and Activities - including team building and birthday parties
    • Recreational skating for all ages
  • Teen Center
    • 4,365 sq ft Indoor/Outdoor Space
    • Centrally located near EHS and Metro-East Lutheran High School
    • Offer after school activities including tutoring, study space, and safe gatheringteen study
  • Community Room(s)
    • Large community space that can be used together for local organizations, clubs, and groups
    • Divides into two smaller spaces as needed
    • 100+ Capacity 
  • Indoor Track & Fitness Center
    • Indoor, four-lane track overlooking the ice rink
    • 175-Meter special surface track
    • Offers season round space for walkers and runners