RECREATION AND YOUTH SERVICES
We Welcome You!!
The Department of Recreation and Youth Services is here to serve you, no matter the weather. We have recently partnered with the new GetUp! Montgomery County initiative. This campaign is focused on changing the culture of our community to inspire and encourage all of us to live more active and healthier lifestyles.
In 2008, Site Selection magazine ranked Dayton the #1 medium sized metropolitan area in the nation for growth and expansion. Dayton is known as the home of aviation. The National Museum of the United States Air Force is located here. Dayton is also known for its many patents, inventions, and inventors. The most notable inventors being the Wright Brothers' for their invention of powered flight..
Although Dayton is known for its association with aviation, it is also a city rich in culture. Out of 373 metropolitan areas, Dayton was ranked 33rd in arts and culture. Dayton is the home of the Dayton Art Institute.The Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center in downtown Dayton, is a world-class performing arts center and the home venue of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, Dayton Opera, and the Dayton Ballet. In addition to philharmonic and opera performances, the Schuster Center hosts concerts, lectures, traveling Broadway shows, and other events..Dayton is the home of the Dayton Ballet, one of the oldest professional dance companies in the United States. The Dayton Playhouse, in West Dayton, is the site of numerous plays and theatrical productions.
Overall Dayton is a fun and exciting place to be!
We hope you enjoy your stay!
