Venue Information
Capacity
Year Opened
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Pittsburgh Penguins
Moved to:
PPG Paints Arena
(2011–present)
|
NHL | 1968 - 2010 |
|
Pittsburgh Condors
Pittsburgh Condors
(1970–1972)
Pittsburgh Pipers
(1969–1969)
Minnesota Pipers
(1968–1968)
Moved to:
Met Center
(1970–1970)
|
ABA | 1968 - 1972 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Mellon Arena?
The capacity of Mellon Arena is 16,940.
When was Mellon Arena built?
Mellon Arena opened in 1961.
Where did the Pittsburgh Penguins play after Mellon Arena?
After leaving Mellon Arena in 2010, the Pittsburgh Penguins moved to PPG Paints Arena in 2011.
Where did the Pittsburgh Condors play after Mellon Arena?
After leaving Mellon Arena in 1972, the Pittsburgh Condors moved to Met Center in 1970. They played there until 1970.
Historical Names
Mellon Arena
1999 - 2010
CurrentPittsburgh Civic Arena
1961 - 1999