Kazuo Matsubayashi's Asteroid Landed Softly sundial is one of the prominent features of the plaza,[3][4] in addition to several other works of public art.

[1] The plaza also includes a seasonal ice skating rink[5] that serves as a racquetball and basketball court during warmer months.

[6] The Gallivan Center is owned by the Redevelopment Agency (RDA) of Salt Lake City.

[7] Salt Lake City Public Services has partnered with RDA to provide the management, programming and maintenance.

The site of the Gallivan Center was formerly identified as "Block 57" and consisted of rundown buildings and parking lots.