Welcome to the Twin Cities of Monroe and West Monroe, Louisiana. Monroe is located along the Ouachita River, which was named one of the most beautiful rivers in the world by National Geographic. Although the area is growing and developing at a great pace, Monroe is still a small town at heart. Characterized by a calm and friendly atmosphere, you’ll find residents are never too busy to lend a helping hand or say hello. <br> There are many points of interest that draw visitors to the area. Monroe is the birthplace of Delta Airlines and the first place west of the Mississippi to bottle Coca-Cola. The oldest human dwelling site in North America, Poverty Point, is located near Monroe. <br> For arts and theater enthusiasts the Twin Cities offers the Masur Museum of Art; Twin City Ballet Company; Monroe Symphony Orchestra; Madrigal Dinners; Brown Bag Concerts and University of Louisiana at Monroe Concert Series. The Strauss Playhouse offers regular performances throughout the year and Impresario's Choice offers a Broadway Series at the Monroe Civic Center. The Monroe Civic Center has a variety of performances and concerts each year. <br> Known throughout the country as Sportsman's Paradise, northeast Louisiana boasts many outdoor and recreational facilities. Our mild climate encourages year-round outdoor activity. <br> Whether you decide to visit for a short time or stay for a while, we hope your experience in Monroe gives you fond memories that will last a lifetime.