Nashville Municipal Auditorium, Nashville

The Nashville Municipal Auditorium, a prominent venue for sports and concerts in Nashville, opened on October 7, 1962, featuring an arena and exhibition hall. It's home to the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum since 2013, highlighting its cultural importance.

Designed by Marr & Holman and built by the Nashville Bridge Company, it was notable for being the first air-conditioned public assembly hall in the Mid South. Its historical significance is enhanced by its location on the former Bijou Theatre site, important to African American audiences before desegregation.

Architecturally, the auditorium is distinguished by its 306-foot diameter bowl and spherically curved roof. It includes an underground exhibition hall and a two-tiered arena, showcasing its versatility.

The auditorium's opening coincided with a Church of Christ revival in October 1962, drawing over 90,000 people. The interior features enlarged ticket stubs from past events, serving as a historical record.

To stay current, the auditorium underwent a $3.2 million renovation in 2017, including updated seating and dressing rooms, to meet Live Nation's standards and maintain its appeal for diverse events.