Chick Evans Field House, Multi-purpose arena in DeKalb, Illinois, US.
Chick Evans Field House is a multipurpose arena in DeKalb with a 6,000-seat capacity designed for various sports and events. The facility contains indoor tennis courts, basketball facilities, and spaces for recreational sports activities.
The facility opened in 1956 as Northern Illinois University's primary basketball arena. When the Convocation Center was completed in 2002, the field house transitioned to host other sports and events.
The ROTC program of Northern Illinois University uses this facility as a training and event space for its members. Student groups gather here throughout the year for various activities and athletic competitions.
The facility is easy to access with parking available and clear directions on the university campus. Operating hours and access depend on current events and university activities.
During the 1970s, musical performers including Elton John, The Beach Boys, and Santana took the stage here. The arena was an important venue for live music concerts in the region at that time.
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