Miami Marine Stadium, Sports venue in Virginia Key, United States.
Miami Marine Stadium is a sports venue in Miami, located on Virginia Key along the Rickenbacker Causeway. The folded-plate roof rests on angled supports and opens the view toward the water, where races once took place.
The stadium opened in 1963 as the first place in the United States built for powerboat competition. Hurricane Andrew damaged the facility heavily in 1992, leading to its closure.
The name recalls the years when powerboat racing and outdoor concerts came together in Miami. Visitors today see the concrete stands where thousands once sat facing the water, while rock bands performed on stage.
The facility stands on an island near downtown Miami and is reachable via the Rickenbacker Causeway. Restoration work continues, so visitors should check current conditions before heading there.
After the closure, graffiti artists covered the concrete walls with colorful murals, turning the abandoned stadium into an informal open-air gallery. The artwork continues to draw curious visitors who walk among the empty rows of seats.
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