Metropolitan Stadium

Opened in 1956

Venue Information

Year Opened

1956

Teams

Team League Years
Minnesota Vikings AFL 1969 - 1969
Minnesota Vikings
Moved to: Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome (1982–2013)
NFL 1961 - 1981
Minnesota Twins
Previously: National Park (1911–1960)
Moved to: Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome (1982–2009)
MLB 1961 - 1981

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Metropolitan Stadium built?

Metropolitan Stadium opened in 1956.

Where did the Minnesota Vikings (NFL) play after Metropolitan Stadium?

After leaving Metropolitan Stadium in 1981, the Minnesota Vikings (NFL) moved to Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in 1982. They played there until 2013.

Where did the Minnesota Twins play before Metropolitan Stadium?

Before moving to Metropolitan Stadium in 1961, the Minnesota Twins played at National Park from 1911 to 1960.

Where did the Minnesota Twins play after Metropolitan Stadium?

After leaving Metropolitan Stadium in 1981, the Minnesota Twins moved to Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in 1982. They played there until 2009.

Location

Coordinates: 44.8408, -93.2983
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