Venue Information
Year Opened
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Washington Nationals
Previously:
Hiram Bithorn Stadium
(2003–2004)
Moved to:
Nationals Park
(2008–present)
|
MLB | 2005 - 2007 |
|
Washington Senators
Previously:
National Park
(1961–1961)
Moved to:
Turnpike Stadium
(1972–1993)
|
MLB | 1962 - 1971 |
|
Washington Redskins
Previously:
National Park
(1937–1960)
Moved to:
Northwest Stadium
(1997–present)
|
NFL | 1961 - 1996 |
| George Washington | College Football | 1961 - 1966 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was D.C. Stadium built?
D.C. Stadium opened in 1961.
Where did the Washington Nationals play before D.C. Stadium?
Before moving to D.C. Stadium in 2005, the Washington Nationals played at Hiram Bithorn Stadium from 2003 to 2004.
Where did the Washington Nationals play after D.C. Stadium?
After leaving D.C. Stadium in 2007, the Washington Nationals moved to Nationals Park in 2008.
Where did the Washington Senators play before D.C. Stadium?
Before moving to D.C. Stadium in 1962, the Washington Senators played at National Park in 1961.
Where did the Washington Senators play after D.C. Stadium?
After leaving D.C. Stadium in 1971, the Washington Senators moved to Turnpike Stadium in 1972. They played there until 1993.
Where did the Washington Redskins play before D.C. Stadium?
Before moving to D.C. Stadium in 1961, the Washington Redskins played at National Park from 1937 to 1960.
Where did the Washington Redskins play after D.C. Stadium?
After leaving D.C. Stadium in 1996, the Washington Redskins moved to Northwest Stadium in 1997.
Historical Names
District of Columbia Stadium
1961 - 1969
D.C. Stadium
1961 - 2019
CurrentRFK Memorial Stadium
1961 - 2019
Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium
Unknown - Present