Welcome To Market Street Landing
This structure will serve as a welcoming landmark for residents and visitors, combining functionality and artistic design. The Gateway Arch is a symbol of Ottumwa’s history and future.
ARTISTIC GATEWAY ARCH.
The Artistic Gateway Arch will span Market Street, serving as a connection between Ottumwa’s beautiful south side and historic Downtown.
Key features include:
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Incorporating local history: The arch will reuse trusses from the historic Ottumwa Coliseum, preserving an important piece of the city’s past.
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Defining a gateway: Positioned at Market Street, the arch creates a clear entrance to Downtown Ottumwa and a key landmark for all Market Street Landing development projects.
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Serving as public art: With its illuminated design, the arch will stand out as a unique and attractive feature of the Riverfront.
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Encouraging connection: Serving as a guide for visitors between the Riverfront and Downtown, promoting exploration and engagement while visiting Bridge View Center, Beach Ottumwa, Southeast Iowa Sports Center, eating at Wissota Chophouse, or staying at the Cobblestone Hotel.