Centennial Plaza in front of Taylorsville City Hall was built as a gathering place — featuring walking paths and greenery, an outdoor stage, arbors and picnic areas, a concessions facility and several installation areas for public art.

“It is a focal point, a true centerpiece, of our city,” said Mayor Kristie Overson. “We anticipate the space will be a ‘living room for the community’ for all to enjoy.”

Mayor Overson gave remarks at the grand opening on Oct. 15, 2021, and led those gathered down Centennial Way to the plaza’s entrance, where a ribbon cutting took place. After the ribbon was cut, the Centennial Plaza sign was lit, and water splashed down over its metallic letters.

The beautiful ambience prompted oohs and aahs all around. “The campus is especially lovely at night with its lighted buildings and walkways,” Mayor Overson noted. “We are overjoyed with how it turned out.“  

As part of the grand opening event, the city also unveiled several new public art pieces, launching its Plaza +ART program in which local artists and their work will be featured at the plaza on an ongoing basis. Several of the artists were on hand to talk about their work. The plaza was constructed by Hogan Construction and sits on 19.6 acres.

“Our Centennial Plaza is everything we hoped it would be,” Mayor Overson said. “We look forward to enjoying this gathering space together for many, many years.”