John F. Kennedy Stadium

Opened in 1926

About John F. Kennedy Stadium

John F. Kennedy Stadium was an NFL stadium in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It opened in 1926 and closed in 1992. Its last recorded capacity was 102,000. Its only tenant was Philadelphia Eagles (NFL, 1936–1939). It has also been known as Sesquicentennial Stadium (1926) and Philadelphia Municipal Stadium (1927–1963).

Venue Information

Capacity

102,000

Year Opened

1926

Year Closed

1992

Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Location derived from the venue's coordinates using OpenStreetMap data.

Teams

Team	League	Years
Philadelphia Eagles Territory map on ImperialismMap Previously: Baker Bowl (1933–1935) Moved to: Shibe Park / Connie Mack Stadium (1940–1957)	NFL	1936 - 1939

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity of John F. Kennedy Stadium?

The capacity of John F. Kennedy Stadium is 102,000.

When was John F. Kennedy Stadium built?

John F. Kennedy Stadium opened in 1926.

Where did the Philadelphia Eagles play before John F. Kennedy Stadium?

Before moving to John F. Kennedy Stadium in 1936, the Philadelphia Eagles played at Baker Bowl from 1933 to 1935.

Where did the Philadelphia Eagles play after John F. Kennedy Stadium?

After leaving John F. Kennedy Stadium in 1939, the Philadelphia Eagles moved to Shibe Park / Connie Mack Stadium in 1940. They played there until 1957.

Historical Names