We end 2017 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Football Stadium Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #10: The closing of the Georgia Dome, former home of the Atlanta Falcons. (more…)
Archive | Endangered Stadiums
Pontiac Silverdome Demolition Attempt Comes up Short
The Pontiac Silverdome remained intact on Sunday, after an attempted implosion of a portion of the stadium came up short. (more…)
Pontiac Silverdome Set for Demolition
Demolition of the Pontiac Silverdome will begin on Sunday, bringing an end to the former home of the Detroit Lions. (more…)
Georgia Dome Demolished
The Georgia Dome‘s run in Atlanta came to an end on Monday morning, when it was imploded to make way for future development. (more…)
Georgia Dome Demolition Set for Monday
The Georgia Dome–former home of the Atlanta Falcons, and one of the most notable venues in Atlanta sports history–will be imploded on Monday morning. (more…)
The Final Days of RFK Stadium
When D.C. United ends its 2017 home season on Oct. 22, it will mark the end of an era for the MLS team–and the end of an era in stadium history, one that includes plenty of football history. (more…)
Colorado State Planning to Demolish Hughes Stadium
Colorado State University is planning to demolish Hughes Stadium, the former home of its football program. (more…)
Georgia Dome to Make Way for The Home Depot Backyard
Once it is demolished, the Georgia Dome will be replaced by The Home Depot Backyard, a 13-acre greenspace next to Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (more…)
Mercedes-Benz Stadium Debut Delayed Until August
The opening of Mercedes-Benz Stadium has been delayed, as officials confirmed Tuesday that it will now open on August 26 rather than July 30. (more…)
Report Recommends Replacing Aloha Stadium
It is more financially viable to build a new facility than to repair to Aloha Stadium, according to a recently-released report. (more…)