Contact The Washington/Maryland Commandos of the Arena Football League also called the arena home in 1987 and 1989. This page was last edited on 2 November 2022, at 14:05. For years, it was be a familiar sight as you drove north along the Beltway in Prince George's County, a large white potato-chip roof on a brown building nestled in a sea of asphalt in Landover. Identifiers. The arena was outfitted with a sophisticated in-house video system, technology not yet common in most 1970s-era arenas. Opened in late 1973, it closed in March 2002, and was demolished that December. ANNAPOLIS. MusicBrainz place ID. [29] Their performances on 22 August 1979, 26 September 1980, 17 May 1981, 29 November 1982, 27 September 1984, 16 December 1985, 30 November 1987, 26 April 1994, and 7 November 1996 are all available as bootleg recordings.[30]. The sports arena and concert venue served as a key community center for Marylanders and Washingtonians until its demolition in 2002. 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The venue was demolished in 2002. The dates were October 13, 17, 18 and 19, 1988.[35]. Bitterly cold weather had forced the cancellation of the previous day's inaugural parade in Washington, D.C. As a result, the alternative indoor event at the Capital Centre afforded the parade's expected participantsincluding an estimated 9,000 studentsan opportunity to perform for the president. The Washington Wizards were known as the Bullets until 1997 and played the first five home games of the 199798 season at the old arena under their new name. The first four songs' audio was taken from the band's show at the Boston Garden two weeks later because the first reel of the Capital Center audio could not be located. But the Capital Centre is where I fell in love with the sport. It was a great time in my life and one of the best jobs I could EVER hope for!!! In 1978, the Bullets won Games2 and 6 at the Capital Centre on their way to claiming the championship, taking Games4 and 7 inSeattle. While we make a good faith effort to identify and remove such materials, some may be missed during our processing. Kiss first performed on November 30, 1975, supporting their live album Alive (1975); years after that show, it surfaced on various Kiss videos and archives. WWF matches were held at the arena throughout the 1980s and early 90s. Other events there included monster truck shows, Arenacross shows, and tractor pulls shows. Grateful Dead Live at Capital Centre on 1982-09-15. by Grateful Dead. The Cap Centres Ticket Centre system often double-sold computerized tickets. The seating capacity was 18,756 for basketball and 18,130 for hockey.HistoryCapital Centre was the primary home for the Washington Capitals of the . In addition, Mt. | NoVa Caps, This Old House? [9][10], In 1964, Abe Pollin became the owner of the National Basketball Association's Baltimore Bullets and wanted to reconnect the sport to the DC region. Completed in 1973, the arena sat 18,756 for basketball and 18,130 for hockey. 45 Calvert Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 300-301 West Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 Toll Free (800) 705-3493 This year's Capital Remodel and Garden Show is underway now until Sunday, Feb. 26, and will welcome designer, author and reality TV star Vern Yip to the main stage. The RDC also provided startup funding for MCE, which was incorporated in March 1998. The Grateful Dead recorded and released three shows performed at the arena: Dick's Picks Volume 20 on September 25, 1976, Terrapin Station (Limited Edition) on March 15, 1990 (on bass guitarist Phil Lesh's 50th birthday), and Spring 1990 on March 16, 1990, the next night. The shows of December 2021, 1981 were filmed and several tracks from these shows are included in their DVD set Plug Me In. In 1972, Pollin announced plans to build a $18 million multi-purpose sports arena in the Beltway of Maryland. |- style="text-align: center;" The first year we opened, we had 59 concerts, said Sachs. Capital Centre hosted its first NBA game on December 2, 1973, as the Capital Bullets defeated the Seattle SuperSonics, 9896 in a sellout crowd. Part of the Special Collections and University Archives. OTD 1981 - Capital Centre In Maryland. Dale Hunter's winning goal in Game 7 of the 1988 Patrick Division semifinal was one of the most memorable moments in Cap Centre history. Open 2 December 1973 - 1999. The arena also hosted family-friendly events, such as the Harlem Globetrotters and Ice Capades. (The parking lot itself was divided into four sections, with patriotic emblems, to aid patrons in remembering where they parked after an event: Liberty Bell, Capitol, Eagle, and Stars and Stripes. They played their home games at the Capital Centre in Landover, Maryland, except for one game played at McDonough Gymnasium on the Georgetown campus in Washington, D.C. Friends of "THE CAPITAL CENTRE", Largo, MD. Live video for "T.N.T." from Capital Centre 1981: All News. The first concert ever held at the Capital Centre was the Allman Brothers Band on December 4, 1973, two nights after the first Bullets' game. [24][25], Elvis Presley performed two shows there on Sunday, June 27, 1976, to a total audience of nearly 38,000. The James Gang. The birth of the Washington Capitals and their first home, is a storied tale of innovation and experimentation. Every employee who is available and wants to relive their experiences at the Capital Centre, and re-establish relationships, said Sachs. The Caps teams in the 80s were really good with 4 Hall Of Famers (Gartner, Langway, Stevens, and Murphy) but never had the quality goaltender to be successful in the post season. They returned to the arena after a 13-year absence on October 18, 1992 supporting Revenge (1992) with their Revenge Tour. The Capital Centre closed in 1999 and was imploded in 2002. MostTV and radio crews broadcasting from the venue referred to it by its nickname "Cap Centre. The Friday night fight on April 30 went the full fifteen rounds and was awarded unanimously to a sluggish Ali. The 1984 Tour on March 2526, 1984 for 1984 (1984) and the 5150 Tour on August 89, 1986 for 5150 (1986). stated in. (The parking lot itself was divided into four sections, with patriotic emblems, to aid patrons in remembering where they parked after an event: Liberty Bell, Capitol, Eagle and Stars and Stripes.). The music stops if you close the window. 01/04/1976. WASHINGTON As the Washington Capitals compete in the playoffs, many fans have probably never heard the tale of the Caps first home, and how the team came to be. Abe had never seen a hockey game in his life, said Sachs. towering over the beltway, six miles from the University of Maryland's campus in Landover, Maryland, the "Cap Centre" (as it was commonly called), may have looked like an oversized potato chip, but to a generation of Maryland and Mid-Atlantic residents, it housed a lifetime of memories. The second night of the Hide Your Sheep Tour was filmed at the arena. The entrance for the main corporate office is on the far left side of . They returned four years later on October 67, 1996 for their Alive/Worldwide Tour. Basketball: 18,756Ice hockey: 18,130. Hours, Special Collections in Performing Arts Unlike the Verizon Centers press boxes, the TV and radio crews were located sporadically throughout the stands. Basketball Wiki is a FANDOM Lifestyle Community. Allthree teams departed for the MCICenter (now Capital One Arena), just north of the National Mall in D.C., when it opened on Tuesday, December2.[13]. Abe Pollin, real estate developer and later owner of Washington's NBA and NHL franchises, built the Capital Centre in Landover, Maryland in 1973. We're sorry, this service doesn't work with Spotify on mobile devices yet. . Frank Sinatra performed for four shows: April 24, 1974 (aud. Former names stadium_name We are seeking materials that . International Piano Archives at Maryland. The four-sided video screen was known as the "Telscreen" (or "Telescreen") and predated the DiamondVision video screen at Dodger Stadium by seven years. She used to bring in tapes of hockey highlights for me to watch. The Grateful Dead's live CD set Terrapin Limited was recorded on March 15, 1990 at the arena. The U.S. Census Bureau defined the land, later occupied by The Boulevard at the Capital Centre,[7] as being in the Mitchellville census-designated place as of the 1990 U.S. Census,[8] while in the 2000 U.S. Census the area was placed in the Lake Arbor CDP. It was also the first arena to be built with luxury boxes and a computerized turnstile system. After releasing its eighth consecutive gold album in just six years, Chicago embarked upon a massive stadium tour in 1975 that is considered to be one of its finest. It was festival seating at the concert and there were no seats on the floor as the venue was newly opened and not finished.[23]. Read more. Endoscopy Surgical Centre of Maryland. "The centre can host multiple partners, support a range of biomanufacturing activities, and is capable of producing up to 2 million doses per month, depending on the vaccine candidate," she said. Numerous graduation ceremonies for high schools in Prince George's County were also hosted here. Opened in 2003, the Boulevard at the Capital Centre was located next to the Largo Town Center Washington Metro station (the eastern terminus of the Blue and Silver Lines). Log in to your WTOP account for notifications and alerts customized for you. The newly opened University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center in Largo marks the health system's latest step in improving health in Prince George's County. [6] The seating capacity was 18,756 for basketball and 18,130 for hockey. The Capital Center, which cost $18 million to build, was ahead of its time when the Wizards' majority owner, Abe Pollin, opened it for his N.B.A. 18 Stores Boulevard Shops. USAir Arena (199397)US Airways Arena (1997) |- [6] The seating capacity was 18,756 for basketball and 18,130 for hockey. They were backed up by the James Montgomery Blues Band, who played from 9 P.M. until midnight. The Capital Centre was also unique in that it was the first arena to have an instant replay projector on its center-hanging scoreboard. They returned four years later on October 67, 1996 for their Alive/Worldwide Tour. Web Capital Centre on Wikipedia. The Capital Centre was the first indoor arena to have a video replay screen on its center-hung scoreboard. 0 references. Can you list the top facts and stats about Capital Centre (Landover, Maryland)? Archival materials may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal and/or state right to privacy laws or other regulations. 01. Dick Wagner. Capitol Center (Columbia, South Carolina), the tallest building in South Carolina. New York City; Chicago; Miami; Coordinates The Capital Centre was an indoor arena located in Landover, Maryland,[1] unincorporated Prince George's County, Maryland; a suburb of Washington, D.C. 15005 Shady Grove Rd. 12.21.2022 OTD 1981 - Capital Centre In Maryland. Set 1 Playing In The Band -> Crazy Fingers -> The Capital Centre (later named "USAir Arena" and "US Airways Arena") was an indoor arena in the eastern United States, located in unincorporated Prince George's County, Maryland, east of Washington, D.C.; it had a Landover address. 16,500), June 20, 1978 (17,000), May 8, 1987 (13,048), and March 31, 1988 (18,146), with Sammy Davis Jr on the "Together Again" tour (Dean Martin left the tour shortly before the concert). All Rights Reserved. 8mm footage from Madison Square Garden, NYC, Nov. 30, 1977. College Park, MD, 20742. Tell us more about yourself and your potential donation. The Who. The bank also has 266 more offices in six states. As a result, a number of videos and concert recordings, many of them bootlegged, have been released over the years. And, a Capital Centre reunion is in the works. The Capitals played their final game at the venue in a 5-6 loss against the Montreal Canadiens on November 26, 1997. University of Maryland Capital Region Health in the US has hosted the groundbreaking celebration for a new Regional Cancer Center in Prince George's County. RON JAMES - Back Where I Belong. The first two volumes of Kiss' retrospective DVD series Kissology included bonus discs of late-1970s shows videotaped at the arena. The arena has hosted many concerts, by famous artists, spanning many different genres. Description. Map & directions. The Allman Brothers played until 3:30 A.M. Their 1982 live album "Still Life" (American Concert 1981), included three songs taken from the Largo concerts, "Let Me Go" (December 8), "Twenty Flight Rock" and "Going to a Go-Go" (December 9). We're sorry, a Spotify Premium account is required to use this service. The 1984 Tour on March 2526, 1984 for 1984 (1984) and the 5150 Tour on August 89, 1986 for 5150 (1986). TSX SYMBOL: MRG.UN /NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES OR OVER UNITED STATES WIRE SERVICES/. Select from premium Capital Centre of the highest quality. 7:30 pm. [19] Footage of past Washington Bullets games held at the Capital Centre was used in the 1979 comedy film The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh. Bob Dylan & The Band. They played again last night and will conclude their first Baltimore-Washington appearance in two years with 8 P.M. shows Saturday and Monday. The elevation at street level was approximately 160 feet (50m) above sea level. This collection is open to the public and must be used in the Special Collections reading room. The arena also hosted the NHL's Washington Capitals. | style="width: 40%; text-align: center;" rowspan="1"| Home of theWashington Capitals19741997 The Bee Gees performed two sold-out concerts here on September 2425, 1979, as part of their Spirits Having Flown Tour.[31]. | style="width: 30%; text-align: center;" rowspan="1"| SucceededbyNassau Coliseum Dino Bravo vs. Ken Patera via forfeit after Bravo attacked Patera during an arm-wrestling contest as Bravo was about to lose; as a result of the attack, Patera was unable to compete. The arena was home to several Toys for Tots concerts in the late 70's and early 80's. Someone suggested Pollin buy a hockey team. Buy Tickets. [37], The Capital Centre arena was imploded on December 15, 2002. All three teams departed for the MCI Center (now Verizon Center) just north of The Mall in D.C. when it opened on December 2, 1997. In 1972, Pollin announced plans to build a $18 million multi-purpose sports arena in the Beltway of Maryland. [12] When the airline went through its 1996 rebranding and became US Airways, the name of the arena accordingly changed to US Airways Arena. The Jacksons held 4 concerts at the Capital Centre between 1974 & 1981: Michael Jackson held four sold-out concerts at the Capital Centre in 1988 during the Bad tour. Maryland Capital Enterprises, Inc. (MCE) was founded in 1998 with the assistance of the UMES Rural Development Center (RDC) who spearheaded the task force to develop a solution for the under-banked and under-served entrepreneurs of Maryland's Eastern Shore. d82e89f4-96b8-4070-9432-0c8523aecaca. Capital Centre (Landover, Maryland), a former sports arena near Washington, D.C. Capital Center South Tower, Indianapolis, Indiana. This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. A recording of The New Barbarians' concert on May 5, 1979, during the band's only concert tour ever, was released as Buried Alive: Live in Maryland. 7:30 pm. The seating capacity was 18,756 for basketball and 18,130 for hockey.The elevation at street level was approximately 160 feet (50 m) above . Learn more about this product and its development at, https://www.lib.umd.edu/collections/special. Krulik and Sachs are hosting a Capital Centre Family Reunion, on Sunday, May 21, to celebrate the arenas legacy, at University of Marylands Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 9/22/1982 THE WHO Concert Ticket Stub Capital Centre Landover Maryland Rare at the best online prices at eBay! Hours: Monday - Friday 7 am - 4:30 pm P. (301) 825-9701 F. (301) 762-5678. The Surgeon General had determined it would be too (cold) for children to be marching in the parade because of frostbite.. The Capital Centre (later USAir Arena and US Airways Arena) was an indoor arena in the eastern United States, located in Landover, Maryland, a suburb east of Washington, D.C.[5][6]. Maryland, constituent state of the United States of America. Led Zeppelin sold out every show they ever booked there. 1 Harry S Truman Dr, Landover, MD 20785 Washington Sports & Entertainment (Abe Pollin) Eagles - Lyin' Eyes (Live At The Capital Centre, Maryland In 1977) Legendado Email [37], The Capital Centre arena was imploded on December 15, 2002 by Controlled Demolition, Inc.. Concert videos of Blue yster Cult from the arena on December 27, 1976 have been released on their Live 1976 DVD and on July 14, 1978 Some Enchanted Evening Legacy Edition CD/DVD. Select from premium Capital Centre (Landover Maryland) of the highest quality. It is a piece of Caps history that will forever be cherished. The Allman Brothers Band. The ACC men's basketball tournament was held at Capital Centre in 1976, 1981, and 1987. The Who. Its small size belies the great diversity of its landscapes and of the ways of life that they foster, from the low-lying and water-oriented Eastern Shore and Chesapeake . Kiss first performed on November 30, 1975, supporting their live album Alive (1975); years after that show, it surfaced on various Kiss videos and archives. Local Washington, D.C.-based go-go bands (such as Rare Essence, Chuck Brown and the Soul Searchers, and E.U.) Pollin needed a place for his team to play. With so many years comes many memories: the 1982 NHL All-star Game, the Patrick Division champs in 1990, and many more. Reagan, Vice President George H. W. Bush, and their wives attended. George Michael, in the midst of becoming the highest selling artist in America in 1988, brought his worldwide "Faith Tour" to the Capital Centre. The first concert took place on February 10, 1975; 2 years later in 1977, they sold out 4 dates: May 25, 26, 28 and 30. We actually had the inaugural parade for the second Reagan inaugural (in 1985), said Sachs. Chicago's performance recorded live at Capital Centre on June 2426, 1975, was released in 2011's Chicago XXXIV: Live in '75. A boxing World Heavyweight Championship bout took place at the venue in 1976 with Jimmy Young challenging the champion Muhammad Ali. Neal Augenstein | naugenstein@wtop.com. Not Available. Parliament-Funkadelic headlined numerous sold-out shows at the venue, mainly during the years 1976 to 1983. | style="width: 30%; text-align: center;" rowspan="1"| SucceededbyCapital One Arena The very first goal in the building was scored by former Captain Yvon Labre and the last goal was scored by Marl Tinordi. Find Capital Centre (Landover Maryland) stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. Mar. His last concert at the Capital Centre was on May 22, 1977, during his second-to-last tour, which included 13 other venues. University of Maryland Capital Regional Medical Center is a state-of-the-art acute care teaching hospital with 205 licensed beds in private rooms. 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