Located just 15 miles west of the City of St. Louis, the City of Hazelwood was incorporated in 1949. The community is noted for its diversity in residences and businesses, and many major corporations call Hazelwood home. Drawn to this area for its accessibility to major highways and strong local economy, new residents also appreciate North County's rich legacy of cultural attractions. James J. Eagan Civic Center and the Fisher Theater at St. Louis Community College showcase a variety of performing arts. Live theatre performances are the specialty of the Hawthorn Players in Normandy. Offering housing styles that accommodate a wide range of tastes, Hazelwood neighborhoods feature 20- to 40-year-old traditional three-bedroom ranch homes and bungalows as well as newer two-story ranches. The city's outstanding park system affords residents endless recreational activities. Families enjoy the use of a nature trail, a fishing pond, a golf course, and racquet courts as well as a community center with an indoor jogging trail, a weight room, and a gymnasium.