Utica Memorial Auditorium, multi-purpose arena
The Utica Memorial Auditorium is a sports and entertainment venue in downtown Utica. The building holds about 4,000 people and features a large ice rink surrounded by seating, modern video displays, and sound systems.
The building opened in 1959 and uses an innovative cable suspension design for its roof. This groundbreaking structure was the first of its kind in the world and later influenced the design of other major arenas like Madison Square Garden.
The name honors local veterans and their service. Today the building serves as a community gathering place where people come together for games, concerts, and local celebrations.
The venue sits in central Utica and is easy to reach from nearby highways. Clear signage and separate entrances make it simple to find your way and move through the space comfortably.
Scenes from the film 'Slap Shot' with Paul Newman were filmed here, and the venue hosted the NCAA Ice Hockey Championship in 1962. These connections to film and major competitions have made it a destination for hockey fans.
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