Alexander Memorial Coliseum

Opened in 1956

Venue Information

Year Opened

1956

Teams

Team League Years
Atlanta Dream
Previously: State Farm Arena (2008–2020)
Moved to: Gateway Center Arena (2021–present)
WNBA 2017 - 2018
Atlanta Hawks
Previously: Kiel Auditorium (1956–1969)
Moved to: Omni Coliseum (1972–1996)
NBA 1970 - 1999

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Alexander Memorial Coliseum built?

Alexander Memorial Coliseum opened in 1956.

Where did the Atlanta Dream play before Alexander Memorial Coliseum?

Before moving to Alexander Memorial Coliseum in 2017, the Atlanta Dream played at State Farm Arena from 2008 to 2020.

Where did the Atlanta Dream play after Alexander Memorial Coliseum?

After leaving Alexander Memorial Coliseum in 2018, the Atlanta Dream moved to Gateway Center Arena in 2021.

Where did the Atlanta Hawks play before Alexander Memorial Coliseum?

Before moving to Alexander Memorial Coliseum in 1970, the Atlanta Hawks played at Kiel Auditorium from 1956 to 1969.

Where did the Atlanta Hawks play after Alexander Memorial Coliseum?

After leaving Alexander Memorial Coliseum in 1999, the Atlanta Hawks moved to Omni Coliseum in 1972. They played there until 1996.

Historical Names

McCamish Pavilion

2005 - Present

Alexander Memorial Coliseum

1956 - 2004

Current

Location

Coordinates: 33.7808, -84.3928
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