SPECIAL LIGHTING

Northwest Missouri State University
Centennial Garden

Centennial Garden provides a scenic campus gathering spot filled with fountains, trees and, flowering plants.  The park-like space marks the location of “the Quads” residence halls, which were home to hundreds of Northwest students before being torn down in the 1990s.

Filled with the sound of rippling water, the garden contains a number of small “bubbler” fountains, a waterfall, and a pool in which students can dip their feet on warm days.

Pedestrians stroll through the garden on a winding concrete path. Granite boulders and a low rock wall provide informal seating.
Also included is a natural gas fire pit of the sort found at ski resorts and other outdoor getaway spots. The fire area serves essentially the same purpose as a campfire and will give students a cozy, rustic gathering spot for evening get-togethers. Unlike a campfire, however, the fire pit has an emergency shut-off valve, remote indoor controls, an on-and-off timer and other safety features.

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