UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena, Sports arena in downtown Milwaukee, United States
The UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena is a sports venue in downtown Milwaukee that hosts basketball games and other events. The facility contains seating for several thousand spectators and features infrastructure designed for professional-level competition.
The arena opened in 1950 as a pioneering venue designed specifically for television broadcasting. Its development reflected a shift in how sports venues were built to accommodate the emerging media landscape of the era.
The arena serves as a home for the Milwaukee Panthers basketball team and connects to the city's sports identity. It remains a gathering place where locals come to watch games and experience professional basketball together.
Arrive early to find parking, as the downtown location means limited spaces during major events. The venue is accessible by public transportation and sits within walking distance of other downtown attractions.
The site hosted the 1977 NBA All-Star Game, attracting some of basketball's biggest names at the time. This event cemented the venue's place in the city's sports history.
Location: Milwaukee
Inception: April 9, 1950
Official opening: April 9, 1950
Capacity: 12700
Website: http://uwmilwaukeepantherarena.com
GPS coordinates: 43.04222,-87.91694
Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:23
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