Venue Information
Capacity
Year Opened
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Milwaukee Bucks
Moved to:
BMO Harris Bradley Center
(1989–2018)
|
NBA | 1969 - 1988 |
|
Milwaukee Hawks
St. Louis Hawks
(1955–1967)
Milwaukee Hawks
(1951–1954)
Previously:
Wharton Field House
(1950–1951)
Moved to:
Kiel Auditorium
(1956–1969)
|
NBA | 1952 - 1955 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of MECCA Arena?
The capacity of MECCA Arena is 10,783.
When was MECCA Arena built?
MECCA Arena opened in 1950.
Where did the Milwaukee Bucks play after MECCA Arena?
After leaving MECCA Arena in 1988, the Milwaukee Bucks moved to BMO Harris Bradley Center in 1989. They played there until 2018.
Where did the Milwaukee Hawks play before MECCA Arena?
Before moving to MECCA Arena in 1952, the Milwaukee Hawks played at Wharton Field House from 1950 to 1951.
Where did the Milwaukee Hawks play after MECCA Arena?
After leaving MECCA Arena in 1955, the Milwaukee Hawks moved to Kiel Auditorium in 1956. They played there until 1969.
Historical Names
UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena
2014 - Present
U.S. Cellular Arena
1998 - 2013
Wisconsin Center Arena
1995 - 1997
MECCA Arena
1974 - 1994
CurrentMilwaukee Arena
1950 - 1973