Venue Information
Capacity
15,635
Year Opened
1975
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Hartford Whalers
Carolina Hurricanes
(1997–present)
Hartford Whalers
(1972–1996)
Previously:
Springfield Civic Center
(1980–1981)
Moved to:
First Horizon Coliseum
(1998–1999)
|
NHL | 1982 - 1997 |
|
New England Whalers
Previously:
Big E Coliseum
(1974–1975)
|
WHA | 1976 - 1979 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of PeoplesBank Arena?
The capacity of PeoplesBank Arena is 15,635.
When was PeoplesBank Arena built?
PeoplesBank Arena opened in 1975.
Where did the Hartford Whalers play before PeoplesBank Arena?
Before moving to PeoplesBank Arena in 1982, the Hartford Whalers played at Springfield Civic Center from 1980 to 1981.
Where did the Hartford Whalers play after PeoplesBank Arena?
After leaving PeoplesBank Arena in 1997, the Hartford Whalers moved to First Horizon Coliseum in 1998. They played there until 1999.
Where did the New England Whalers play before PeoplesBank Arena?
Before moving to PeoplesBank Arena in 1976, the New England Whalers played at Big E Coliseum from 1974 to 1975.
Historical Names
Location
Coordinates:
41.7683, -72.6769
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