War Memorial Stadium

War Memorial Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue in Little Rock, Arkansas, featuring a distinctive Art Deco facade on its eastern and western exterior walls. The playing field is surrounded by permanent seating for over fifty thousand spectators distributed across multiple levels.

The facility opened in September 1948 as a memorial for returning war veterans and was designed by Osborn Engineering Company. The project emerged after an overcrowded football game in 1947 made clear the need for a larger venue.

The stadium bears its name in honor of soldiers who died in both world wars, reflected in memorial plaques and symbols at the entrance. Visitors often notice the connection between the playing field and the region's military history through architectural details.

Visitors find several entrances around the stadium, including accessible pathways to all seating areas. The facility offers concession stands and restroom facilities on each level, with parking available near the main entrance.

The building is listed on the Arkansas Register of Historic Places due to its post-war architectural significance. The symmetrical design of the stands follows classical stadium principles that were common across North America during the 1940s.

Location: Arkansas

Inception: September 18, 1948

Official opening: September 18, 1948

Capacity: 53955

Website: http://wmstadium.com

GPS coordinates: 34.74990,-92.33000

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:25