Anita Byrne
Commemoration of 60th Anniversary of the BR ...
Commemoration of 60th Anniversary of the BR Swim-In
Rockit Science
LSU Department of Biological & Agricultural ...

The BREC Foundation recently provided a grant to a student team in the LSU Department of Biological & Agricultural Engineering.

LSU Department of Biological & Agricultural Engineering
Rockit Science
Commendation to Lisa Johnson, Chair of the ...

BREC Foundation President Al Moreau (right) presents a commendation to Lisa Johnson, Chair of the Rotary Club of Baton Rouge Foundation, in appreciation for support of the holiday camp assistance program and the Foundation.

The plaque was presented at the Board meeting on 10/15.

Commendation to Lisa Johnson, Chair of the Rotary Club of Baton Rouge Foundation
Carl Stages
Bring a Croquet Court to City-Brooks Community ...

The Red Stick Croquet Club is proud to partner with the Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge (BREC) to build a tournament croquet court at City-Brooks Community Park. This new facility will be next to the tennis courts near the intersection of Magnolia Drive and Dalrymple Drive. The project will include a covered pavilion, patio, and arbor, making it a great place for the community to relax and take in the game. 

Bring a Croquet Court to City-Brooks Community Park
Carl Stages
BREC Foundation Recognizes LSO Foundation

The BREC Foundation recognized the work of the Lauren Savoy Olinde Foundation in providing shade structures for playgrounds in BREC parks.  

BREC Foundation Recognizes LSO Foundation

Turner Family Visitor Center Dedicated at Magnolia Mound

The new Turner Family Visitor Center features a contemporary design. Its design reveals a distinct line between the modern facility and exhibit. Depending on where guests stand on the grounds, the visitor’s center is mostly hidden from view. Visitors will see the new facility upon arrival, but as they walk the grounds only the roof can be seen. The roof has a green roof system that features natural vegetation. The 4,100 square foot visitor center includes a gift shop, restrooms, a large meeting room or event room that could be used for educational exhibits and a 60-seat auditorium.

 

Spring has Sprung at BREC with New Amenities Popping Up All Over the Parish

Spring has Sprung at BREC with New Amenities Popping Up All Over the Parish

BREC travels the parish this April celebrating new amenities at parks and special facilities, with the first event to be held at BREC’s Magnolia Mound Plantation located at 2161 Nicholson Drive. The former cotton, indigo and sugarcane plantation is set to unveil the long awaited Turner Family Visitor Center. On Sunday, April 10 a private dedication honoring the Turner family will be held beginning at 2 p.m. More than half of the $2.1 million public-private project was funded by benefactor Sue Turner and her family. Mrs. Turner has been a member of the Friends of Magnolia Mound philanthropic organization since the site was saved from demolition in 1966.