Dragonfly Landing: Community Welcome Celebration
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A Monroe landmark has come home.
After years away, The Dragonfly is returning to the city where generations have admired it, photographed it, and called it part of Monroe's story.
Originally unveiled in 1995, artist Edmund Williamson's iconic dragonfly sculpture has long been a recognizable symbol of creativity and community. Now, after a thoughtful restoration and relocation, it has once again found a home in Forsythe Park, where a new generation can discover, enjoy, and create memories around this treasured work of public art.
The restoration and return of The Dragonfly was made possible through the generosity and collaboration of the Playground League for All Youth at Forsythe, Monroe City Councilman Doug Harvey, James Machine Works, the City of Monroe, 33 Friends of the Dragonfly, and our friend, restoration artist Brooke Foy, whose collective support made it possible to restore and permanently reinstall this beloved Monroe landmark for the community to enjoy once again.
Join the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council and the City of Monroe as we celebrate the return of one of Monroe's most cherished public art landmarks with an evening of community, creativity, and family fun.
Thursday, August 27
5:00–7:00 PM
Forsythe Park
Monroe, Louisiana
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
6:00 PM
Enjoy an evening featuring:
Live music
Face painting
Kids' activities
Local eats & treats (available for purchase from local vendors)
Whether you remember the dragonfly from years ago or you're seeing it for the very first time, this celebration is about more than the return of a sculpture. It's about celebrating Monroe's artistic legacy, honoring the people who made its return possible, and recognizing what can happen when a community comes together to preserve something meaningful for future generations.
Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and help us give The Dragonfly the welcome home it deserves.
Admission is free and open to the public.
After years away, The Dragonfly is returning to the city where generations have admired it, photographed it, and called it part of Monroe's story.
Originally unveiled in 1995, artist Edmund Williamson's iconic dragonfly sculpture has long been a recognizable symbol of creativity and community. Now, after a thoughtful restoration and relocation, it has once again found a home in Forsythe Park, where a new generation can discover, enjoy, and create memories around this treasured work of public art.
The restoration and return of The Dragonfly was made possible through the generosity and collaboration of the Playground League for All Youth at Forsythe, Monroe City Councilman Doug Harvey, James Machine Works, the City of Monroe, 33 Friends of the Dragonfly, and our friend, restoration artist Brooke Foy, whose collective support made it possible to restore and permanently reinstall this beloved Monroe landmark for the community to enjoy once again.
Join the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council and the City of Monroe as we celebrate the return of one of Monroe's most cherished public art landmarks with an evening of community, creativity, and family fun.
Thursday, August 27
5:00–7:00 PM
Forsythe Park
Monroe, Louisiana
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
6:00 PM
Enjoy an evening featuring:
Live music
Face painting
Kids' activities
Local eats & treats (available for purchase from local vendors)
Whether you remember the dragonfly from years ago or you're seeing it for the very first time, this celebration is about more than the return of a sculpture. It's about celebrating Monroe's artistic legacy, honoring the people who made its return possible, and recognizing what can happen when a community comes together to preserve something meaningful for future generations.
Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and help us give The Dragonfly the welcome home it deserves.
Admission is free and open to the public.
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Where is it happening?
2300 Sycamore St, Monroe, LA 71201, United States
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Host or PublisherNortheast Louisiana Arts Council
