Syracuse is scheduled to host a lighting ceremony for a new art installation titled Colossus of Growing Prosperity on September 24, 2026, at 8 PM. The bison sculpture was installed on September 19, 2026, at the roundabout located at 1950 S 3000 W.
The sculpture is intended to represent Syracuse's connection to Antelope Island and the Great Salt Lake. It will stand within a xeriscape landscape composed of native grass and rocks sourced from Antelope Island. The artwork features a bison design composed of diverse, expanding plates to symbolize a stable city undergoing expansion to serve its population.
Syracuse Mayor Dave Maughan noted that while the official name is Colossus of Growing Prosperity, the sculpture is also referred to as Frank the Tank. The Mayor stated that the light on the sculpture symbolizes strength, energy, and the ongoing growth of Syracuse City.
The installation is part of broader development efforts in Syracuse aimed at diversifying the local economy. Public art in prominent locations is used to support placemaking and create recognizable reference points in areas experiencing new development.
