Construction of new innovation hub starts at former prison site in Draper

By: Alixel Cabrera

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: October 1, 2026

Words: 572

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago

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The former site of the Utah State Prison in Draper is now a blank canvas as state leaders prepare the ground to build a massive development that’s been named The Point.

Thursday, the construction of its “Convergence Point,” a centerpiece for the project, was celebrated.

After receiving $50 million from the Utah Legislature in 2022 to fund its construction, the hall is envisioned to foster innovation among students …

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