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The Pontiac Silverdome (also known as the Silverdome) was a stadium in Pontiac, Michigan. It opened in 1975 and sat on 199 acres (51 ha) of land. When the stadium opened, it featured a fiberglass fabric roof held up by air pressure, the first use of the architectural technique in a major athletic facility.
Sep 23, 2023 · The Silverdome, erected in 1975 and christened originally as the Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium, stood as a testament to Davidson’s dedication. With an investment of $55.7 million, it boasted seating for 80,311 spectators, including 102 opulent luxury suites and 7,384 premium club seats.
Feb 27, 2017 · The Pontiac Silverdome was the former home of the Detroit Lions. The stadium, built in 1975, pioneered a new type of stadium ceiling: domed fiberglass held up by air pressure. In its 31 years...
Dec 3, 2017 · The Pontiac Silverdome is seen from the air in 1975, the year it opened. Home to the Detroit Lions for 26 years, the massive stadium also hosted many other sports events, concerts, a pope's...
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Construction on the stadium, named the Pontiac Silverdome, began on September 19, 1973 and was completed in 23 months. Opening day for the Lions at the Silverdome was on October 6, 1975. The Silverdome became the largest stadium in the NFL with a capacity of 80,311. Three tiers of blue seats circled the entire Astroturf playing field.
The Pontiac Silverdome was a stadium in Pontiac, Michigan. It opened in 1975 and sat on 199 acres (51 ha) of land. When the stadium opened, it featured a fiberglass fabric roof held up by air pressure, the first use of the architectural technique in a major athletic facility.
