St. Mary’s County residents will soon have access to a brand-new YMCA, as the groundbreaking for the St. Mary’s County Family YMCA in Great Mills, MD, is scheduled for next month. This 65,000-square-foot facility marks a significant milestone in the county’s efforts to provide recreational and community services for people of all ages and backgrounds.

After eight years of planning and overcoming various hurdles, the YMCA project is finally becoming a reality. St. Mary’s County Commissioner Mike Hewitt shared his excitement about the project on social media, writing, “After eight years and many hurdles, St. Mary’s County will finally get a YMCA. Something for residents of all ages, the Y will be transformative to the Lexington Park area, especially Great Mills road.”
The new YMCA aims to serve as a hub for the community, offering a variety of programs for youth, seniors, and everyone in between. Commissioner Hewitt highlighted the inclusive nature of the facility, stating that it will offer services for people from all economic backgrounds, fulfilling a long-held vision of a community center within a recreational complex.
Residents have expressed enthusiasm for the new YMCA, which is expected to revitalize the Lexington Park area and become a central gathering place for families, individuals, and groups throughout the county.

Haaaallllééluujaaaahhh in my dude devin voice. God is great . These kids and teenagers need this. A playing together atmosphere with athletics, games, arcades, bumper pool tables, after school and summer program. Tvs singing together like we had back in the day, wonder why it took this long. Wonder if they will have a pool. Sounds awesome! Great. Praying great ness that they come together, and the right ones secure them.