Our mission: We provide quality opportunities to learn, grow and play-physically, culturally, and socially for all people in the Detroit Lakes area. Since opening our doors in 2001, the Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center has become a vital part of life in the lakes area, providing the community with a place to improve their health and wellness, expand their minds and connect with community. The Center was built by the community, for the community when it was attached to the Holmes School building and the Historic Holmes Theatre. The Fitness and Aquatics Center expanded our footprint in 2011 when, through fundraising support from our community, added The Backyard and youth gym.