ABOUT US
Moncus Park is a 100-acre green space in the heart of Lafayette, Louisiana — a place where nature, culture, and community come together. Once a working horse farm, this land has been transformed into a thriving urban oasis through the power of public vision and private support.
More than just a park, Moncus Park is a reflection of what’s possible when a community comes together to invest in its shared future.
OUR MISSION
Moncus Park cultivates connections to enrich lives and strengthen community through nature.
ANNUAL REPORT
What the park taught us. 654,000 visits. One hundred acres. A community that kept showing up, and a team still learning how to be worthy of it. This is not a record of accomplishments. It is a record of attention, and what paying attention revealed. Read our 2025 Annual Report below.
OUR WORK
Moncus Park’s work is guided by three pillars:
NATURE & SUSTAINABILITY
Cultivate a natural space that is
resilient and engaging.
We care for native ecosystems, remove invasive species, build pollinator habitats, and teach the value of Louisiana’s natural beauty.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Impact health outcomes in our region by encompassing physical, mental, social, and emotional aspects.
We offer programs and spaces that support well-being, from trails and fitness classes to meditative gardens.
COMMUNITY & BELONGING
Create a welcoming space that is safe and accessible to everyone, reflecting the diversity of our region.
We host inclusive events and create opportunities for neighbors to connect.
AWARDS
- Green Design (Sustainability Award) – United States Green Building Council (USGBC), Louisiana Chapter, 2022
- Outstanding Park/Facility Design Award – Louisiana Recreation and Park Association (LRPA), Architect: Design Workshop, 2022
- A Merit Award (General Design: Built Work) for Moncus Park Play Area – Louisiana Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (LCASLA), Architect: Duplantis Design Group, 2022
- Great Places Award – Louisiana Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA LA), 2023
- Attraction of the Year – Lafayette Travel, 2024
- Acadiana’s Choice – Attraction, Bronze, 2025
- Acadiana’s Choice – Family Attraction, Silver, 2025
ADDITIONAL LINKS
Transparency Notice
Moncus Park is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and undergoes an independent audit annually. To report suspected fraud, waste, or abuse, contact the Louisiana Legislative Auditor. | Report Fraud