Our volunteer group is dedicated to protecting and preserving Monument Valley Park, ensuring that Gen. Palmer’s vision of a vibrant green space in the heart of the city endures. We repair the park’s historic structures including stone entries, walls, overlooks and bridges, while also caring for the natural landscape. Through free summer concerts, guided walks featuring the park’s birds, plants, and trees, and volunteer cleanup events, we bring people together to appreciate our historic park.
Monument Valley Park is a treasured downtown oasis where people walk, run, bike, play, and connect with nature. Its historic stonework and natural beauty enrich our community’s outdoor experience. Yet city funding is not nearly enough to preserve this landmark. Without our volunteer group’s efforts, its historic structures would continue to deteriorate, putting this irreplaceable park and its legacy at risk.
Our goal is to repair Monument Valley Park’s historic stonework. This year, we’re raising funds to restore the park’s 1917 baseball stadium, designed by renowned Colorado Springs architect Nicholas van den Arend. Without your support, this treasured landmark will continue to crumble.
The Colorado Springs Parks Department’s budget was cut by $3.1 million this year and faces a $329 million maintenance backlog for its entire parks system after years of insufficient funding.
“The Friends of Monument Valley Park have been outstanding and visionary partners of the Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department. They have led the way in modeling a program that generates much needed funding for historic preservation projects in Monument Valley Park.” — Matt Mayberry, Cultural Services Manager, Parks, Rec. & Cultural Services
Phone: (719) 685-0562