Venue Information
Year Opened
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Philadelphia Warriors
Moved to:
Philadelphia Civic Center
(1953–1962)
|
NBA | 1947 - 1952 |
|
Philadelphia Quakers
Previously:
Duquesne Gardens
(1926–1930)
|
NHL | 1931 - 1931 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Martin Luther King Jr Arena built?
Martin Luther King Jr Arena opened in 1920.
Where did the Philadelphia Warriors play after Martin Luther King Jr Arena?
After leaving Martin Luther King Jr Arena in 1952, the Philadelphia Warriors moved to Philadelphia Civic Center in 1953. They played there until 1962.
Where did the Philadelphia Quakers play before Martin Luther King Jr Arena?
Before moving to Martin Luther King Jr Arena in 1931, the Philadelphia Quakers played at Duquesne Gardens from 1926 to 1930.
Historical Names
Martin Luther King Jr Arena
1980 - 1983
CurrentPhiladelphia Arena
1920 - 1979