Sawyer Point Park & Bicentennial Commons
Built to commemorate the bicentennial of the founding of Cincinnati (formerly Losantiville), the park was funded by the City, The Greater Cincinnati Foundation, and private donations.
Unique FeaturesThe P&G Pavilion is a performance stage covered by a tensile structure located on the lawn. The pavilion hosts concerts throughout the summer and at community event occuring at Sawyer Point.
Original OwnerCincinnati Parks Board
Completion Date1988
Original FunctionAn expansion of the park at Yeatman's Cove extending it to the Montgomery Inn Boathouse. The expansion added tennis and volleyball courts, a skating rink, a playground, walking trails, and an environmental sculpture (see Gateway Sculpture) to commemorate Cincinnati's bicentennial.
ArchitectGlaserworks (formerly Glaser Associates)
705 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202