The funding for purchase and delivery of corn to feed the waterfowl viewed at Swan Park for the past 25 years was paid in its entirety by Sheila Lawrence with the generous help of a few of her close friends and countless Swan Park visitors. Contrary to what you may believe no financial support is provided by any municipal or state agencies. Since Sheila’s passing a foundation had been created to continue her legacy and to promote and grow this Monticello winter treasure. If you would like to help continue the growth of this flock of Trumpeter Swans you may do so my making a donation to the Swan City Heritage Foundation. (A 501(C)(3) Non-profit status has been granted) Send your payments to;
Swan City Heritage Foundation
PO Box 192
Monticello, MN 55362.
Quiet river islands, majestic trumpeter swans, parklands spread along riverbanks . . . this is Monticello on the Mississippi.
As part of both the National Great River Road and the Mississippi River Trail, Monticello is the perfect destination for visitors looking for a Mississippi River experience.
Find out more about the Great River Road Scenic Byway
Find out more about the Mississippi River Trail
- Monticello's Place on the Mississippi River Trail