Circus Square Park

During the master planning process, consultants noticed an entire block of green space on old maps labeled the Circus Lot. Circus Square is a project to re-create that downtown green space as a catalyst for revitalization in the surrounding blocks.

The DRA has received 2 million in federal funding to acquire property in and around circus square, including the historic Galloway Motors Building (601 State Street). The DRA used a State grant to bring landscape architects to work with a design committee and the community to create a conceptual plan for Circus Square.

The development of this vital downtown project progressed far greater than anticipated by the 2002 District Revitalization Strategy. To date, $2,522,000 has been spent on land acquisition and design; the majority of that money coming from state Community Development Block Grants and other funding sources obtained through DRA's participation in the Renaissance on Main program.

In their FY 05/06 budget, the City of Bowlig Green echoed the state's confidence in the project by allocating $3.1 million to complete land acquisition and and finalize design and construction of this important pedestrian destination. The final design, based on a community chosen conceptual plan, will include a concert lawn, interactive fountain, and space for farmer's market.

Circus Square Park is now finished and enjoyed by all the Bowling Green community. The park is used for the annual Concerts in the Park series and many community organization events. On any given Summer day, families use the fountain as a playground for young children to play in the water.

Come out & enjoy beautiful Circus Square Park!

Galloway Motors Building (601 State)

The DRA is working on a feasibility study for the Galloway Motors Building using state funds. The DRA has applied for and received $250,000 in State funds to rehabilitate the Galloway Motors Building. The adaptive re-use of this building will create jobs and provide services for both residents and visitors.