Miguez Park

Anthony’s laughter echoed across Miguez Park. He chased his sister around the wheelchair-accessible see-saw, its gentle rocking a testament to the park’s inclusive design. Miguez Park, nestled in Kenner, Louisiana, isn’t just any park. It’s home to Missing Pieces Playground, Louisiana’s only inclusion playground. This remarkable space is designed to be a sensory-rich environment where children of all abilities can play together. Miguez Park’s Missing Pieces Playground boasts over 8,000 square feet of safety surface. Transfer stations and ramps are strategically placed throughout, ensuring accessibility for everyone. The park is more than just a playground. It’s a place where limitations disappear and possibilities emerge. Anthony, who uses a wheelchair, can swing alongside his sister, race down the zipline in a specially designed bucket seat, and even explore the auto-sensory “quiet cove” when the world gets too overwhelming. Miguez Park opens its gates daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. It welcomes families with open arms, offering covered and uncovered benches for parents. There are even exercise machines, some handicap accessible, for adults who want to stay active while their children play. The wide walking trail invites leisurely strolls and provides a smooth surface for those with mobility devices. Miguez Park is a testament to the power of inclusion. It’s a place where differences are celebrated and everyone belongs. It reminds us that play is a universal language. It has the power to connect us all, regardless of our abilities.