SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Springfield residents and downtown business owners say a proposed new music venue could bring fresh energy, more visitors and an economic boost to the city’s center.
The Holler Music Hall is planned for a vacant property behind the College Station Theaters downtown. While construction is still months away, the project is already drawing positive reactions from people who live and work nearby.
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Jasmine Lewis, a Springfield resident who lives near the site, said she believes the venue would fit well in the area.
“Music is a very big part of culture, and I think having something that’s there for everybody to use is something that’s really useful to the community,” Lewis said.
Developers have described The Holler Music Hall as a state-of-the-art entertainment facility with seating for more than 2,000 people. If built as planned, it would be the largest venue of its kind in the Ozarks.
Project developers say the venue is expected to generate about $9 million in annual economic impact and roughly $200,000 in local sales tax revenue each year.
Jared Stevenson, owner of Harbell’s Grill and Sports Bar, said he believes the project would help drive more foot traffic downtown and support surrounding businesses.
“It’s been a rough couple of years for some folks downtown, but there are some new places opening, which I think is great,” Stevenson said. “Having a concert venue is a huge plus.”
Stevenson said downtown already offers attractions such as theaters and galleries, and he sees the new venue as another draw for residents and visitors.
“Any new business down here, we welcome,” Stevenson said. “We want more of them.”
Developers hope to break ground on the project in April.
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