In 1991, Fishers opened a brand new Town Hall.  That Town Hall became a City Hall in 2015 when Fishers became a city.  In 2022, that building was demolished to make way for a new Arts Center/City Hall.

The demolition of the old City Hall was done recently, and Wednesday was the official groundbreaking ceremony for the start of construction on the new building.

HSE High School student Norah Wills provided the main address at the ceremony, and emphasized the importance of a central, public building in any community.

“In the wake of the pandemic, now more than ever, it is vital for our community to provide and maintain such a gathering space,” Wills told those gathered for the groundbreaking. “We have seen how polarizing distance can be. Because of that, the significance of a centralized building for the people has only become more apparent. We realize the importance of supporting a thriving community in which everyone can identify and participate.”

The new Arts Center/City Hall is scheduled to open in the spring season of 2024.

Mayor Scott Fadness speaks at the groundbreaking ceremony