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OUR STORY
Moncus Park is a supporter-funded nonprofit dedicated to developing and maintaining these 100-acres of greenspace, showcasing the cultures and talents of Acadiana, uniting communities through celebration, and creating traditions together. For 100 years, this space belonged to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and was used for agricultural education purposes. In 2005, while under threat of commercial development, a community-wide campaign to “Save the Horse Farm” allowed this property to be purchased from the university to turn it into a world-class park. In 2018, the “Horse Farm” now named Moncus Park, signed a 100-year lease with the city of Lafayette as a promise to develop, maintain, and operate this incredible piece of land.
Today, Moncus Park is not just a park—it’s a tourist attraction and economic generator with an impact on the fiscal, social, economic, environmental, cultural, physical, and mental health of Acadiana and its residents. In fact, support from individuals like you is the primary funding source of our work. That means you have a direct impact on Moncus Park’s upkeep and the community we serve when you support and visit the Park. From cultivating native landscapes and disposing of trash to planning and hosting community programs, we’re tasked with handling every detail of the Park’s care — and none of it would be possible without your support. Your donations, membership, volunteer efforts, parking revenue, and stewardship allow this quintessential greenspace to thrive.
OUR WORK
EVENTS AND
TOURISM
Our revitalization of Lafayette’s beloved Horse Farm is intended to make Lafayette a more attractive destination to support tourism as well as regional, state, and even national events.
As a focal feature of Lafayette, we hope to bring in revenue from local interaction and guests from all over the nation.
PHYSICAL AND
MENTAL WELLBEING
The health and happiness of park guests is an important objective for Moncus Park staff, and we hope to create a space that allows park guests to improve their physical and mental well-being.
We believe it is intrinsically valuable to park guests to have a space dedicated to renewal and igniting a quality-of-life renaissance in Acadiana.
COMMUNITY PROGRAMMING
Moncus Park is powered by people and will offer a variety of programs intended to expand the community’s engagement with the park that they helped create.
Daily, weekly, and monthly activities are designed to enrich and inspire the lives of local athletes, pet owners, music lovers, and more. Moncus Park programming focuses on health and wellness, arts and culture, and environmental education.
PROTECTING OUR
ENVIROMENT
Moncus Park is committed to maintaining and preserving the natural resources and history of the Acadiana region, like our Oak Trees that are over 100 years old.
With sustainable features and beautiful, native foliage that creates habitats and nourishment for native wildlife, this park is good for the environment and good for you!
