The main building of the Hayden Recreation Center is located at 24 Lincoln Street near the intersection of Worthen Road. Originally opened in 1958, it was started by two brothers to provide affordable sports facilities to town residents. The Hayden Recreation Center is a privately owned facility that contains a gymnasium, Olympic-size swimming pool, weight training room, activity rooms and an auditorium. It receives no funding from the town of Lexington. Membership is required to use the facility.