The construction of the leisure center began in the 1930s under the project of architects A.I. Gegello and D.L. Krichevsky. By 1941 it had been 70% built, but it suffered greatly and was almost destroyed during the Great Patriotic War. In 1947-1948 the process of restauration began,and in 1949 it was officially opened. Scientific lectures, dance evenings and concerts were held here.

In 2001, the Recreation Center received the status of a state institution of St. Petersburg. Today,more than 4 thousand people are engaged in creative collectives and coterie clubs of the“Izhorsky”. There are many free-of-charge classes in needlework, dancing, singing, folklore art,and playing musical instruments in the center. There are also performances and performances ofartists. The leisure center organizes holidays for adults and children — a Christmas tree,New Year's performances, the Shrovetide (Maslenitsa).