Living Legacy
A community pillar working to elevate vulnerable youth and area residents by providing opportunities for personal development and fellowship. Living Legacy and TheREC are committed to the welfare of the community and are engaging the community, specifically the youth, using healthy prevention strategies while providing a “safe-space” for those that need one. The space was once the Andrew Jackson School and is now known as the West Luray Recreation Center, fondly called TheREC.
past
- Andrew Jackson School Circa 1924
- Luray, Virginia
present
- West Luray Recreation Center, TheREC
- 2017 renovated Andrew Jackson School
future
- Coming Soon! Andrew Jackson School Museum
TheREC Program and activity schedule
Upcoming Events
Events and activities can be found on FAcebook
Celebrating our neighbors! If you have not tried Blue's Dog Bowl, they’re literally two doors down! Try their burgers, you’re in for a treat!
Thank you so much for the kind words!!
Best Burgers in town! And the cake pops are delicious.
Julie, Ry repping the business! Thank you for the support W Luray Recreation Center
Yesterday was chilly! However, when the temperature finally hit a sweet spot, we decided to do the same! #icecream at Main St Flavors!
Amazing job you guys are doing for these children!! You’re truly making a difference in their lives❤️
Enjoying our new courts at #RestorationPark for various activities including #basketball, #bowling, and of course building deeper #Connections with community partners!
What a positive difference you guys are making in their lives!! God Bless each and every volunteer who takes their time to do this🙏
Cool this is So awesome!!!
Supporting each other! Yesterday we traveled to Page County High with our youth as Lamya Custer & Tom “Bobo” Wharton showcased their art with other youth of our county! Congratulations, keep shining bright!🤩
Thank you for supporting him! He said it was the best day ever!
Thank you for bringing them.
We are building a #family
That loves, supports, cares, and encourages!
#changinglives while having our lives changed!
Programing for Community Youth
Tutoring program allows local students to receive one-on-one assistance with their studies.
Youth activities, outings and events to encourage personal development and healthy lifestyle choices.
The Mentoring program provides individuals with a mentor to help navigate the beginnings of their life and career.
Mental Health connects individuals to one another, resources and information.
Feeding program operates in conjunction with Blue Ridge Area Food Bank to provide nutritious meals to children who are in need of assistance.
TheRec GYM is a fitness room with instruction and supervision.
Community projects - Coming Soon!
Andrew Jackson school memorial park
Andrew Jackson School Memorial Park will provide recreational opportunities to the neighborhood in west Luray. Vacant lots behind a former Rosenwald School will be converted to an outdoor facility designed to provide residents access to green space, play areas, picnic spots and walking trails.
Andrew Jackson School Museum
Andrew Jackson School Museum will tell the story of the building, the people and the neighboring community.
community support
RAISE – a support campaign collecting funds to be used to continue community youth programs, enhance project development, contribute to facility sustainability, and bring more related services to TheREC space.
Business Sponsors include: