Miller family donates $25M to SL County for regional arts center in South Jordan
The Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Foundation has announced a $25 million gift to Salt Lake County to fund the construction of a new regional arts center in South Jordan. Following a public comment period and upon formal approval by the county, the proposed name of the new facility will be the Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Arts Center. The venue will be managed and operated by the Salt Lake County Arts & Culture division.
“We believe that the arts have a profound ability to enrich lives, foster connection and strengthen communities,” said Gail Miller, chair of the foundation and co-founder of the Larry H. Miller Co. “This donation is an investment in the future of our community, providing a space where creativity can thrive and where people of all backgrounds can experience the transformative power of the arts. We are honored to work with Salt Lake County to support the creation of this new arts center and look forward to seeing the impact it will have for generations to come.”
“We are incredibly fortunate to partner with the Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Foundation to bring this important regional arts center to life,” said Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson. “Their unwavering commitment to the arts in our community is inspiring, and this new venue will be a vital cultural hub for the rapidly growing southwest valley.”
The arts center is in the design stage, with plans expected to include an 800-seat proscenium theater, offering a venue for small to mid-sized performing organizations. It will also feature a visual art gallery and classroom space. Groundbreaking is scheduled for January 2026, with the center expected to open its doors in early 2028.
In addition to the financial contribution, Larry H. Miller Real Estate has donated three acres of land in downtown Daybreak for the center’s construction.