Enterprise Center

Enterprise Center is a multi-purpose arena located in St. Louis, Missouri, and is home to the St. Louis Blues of the National Hockey League and the Saint Louis Billikens men's basketball team. The arena has hosted numerous high-profile events, including concerts by Elton John, The Rolling Stones, and Taylor Swift, as well as NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship games and WWE events, featuring wrestlers like John Cena and Randy Orton. The Enterprise Center is also located near other notable St. Louis landmarks, such as Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals, and the Gateway Arch, a famous National Park Service monument. The arena's design and construction were influenced by other notable venues, including Madison Square Garden and the United Center, home of the Chicago Bulls and Chicago Blackhawks.

● History

The Enterprise Center was opened in 1994 and was originally known as the Kiel Center. The arena was built to replace the St. Louis Arena, which was the previous home of the St. Louis Blues. The construction of the Enterprise Center was a major factor in the St. Louis Blues' decision to stay in St. Louis, rather than relocating to another city, such as Kansas City or Nashville. The arena has undergone several name changes over the years, including the Savvis Center and the Scottrade Center, before becoming the Enterprise Center in 2018, sponsored by Enterprise Holdings, a company founded by Jack Taylor. The Enterprise Center has hosted many notable events, including concerts by Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, and Faith Hill, as well as Mixed martial arts events, featuring fighters like Ronda Rousey and Conor McGregor.

● Location and Design

The Enterprise Center is located in the Downtown St. Louis area, near the Mississippi River and the Gateway Arch. The arena was designed by the architectural firm Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum, which has also designed other notable venues, including the United Center and the PNC Arena, home of the Carolina Hurricanes. The Enterprise Center has a seating capacity of over 19,000 for Hockey games and over 22,000 for Basketball games, making it one of the largest arenas in the National Hockey League and the National Collegiate Athletic Association. The arena's design was influenced by other notable venues, including Madison Square Garden and the TD Garden, home of the Boston Bruins and Boston Celtics. The Enterprise Center is also located near other notable St. Louis landmarks, such as Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals, and the City Museum, a popular St. Louis attraction.

● Events and Tenants

The Enterprise Center is home to the St. Louis Blues of the National Hockey League and the Saint Louis Billikens men's basketball team. The arena has also hosted numerous high-profile events, including concerts by Elton John, The Rolling Stones, and Taylor Swift, as well as NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship games and WWE events, featuring wrestlers like John Cena and Randy Orton. The Enterprise Center has also hosted Mixed martial arts events, featuring fighters like Ronda Rousey and Conor McGregor, as well as Professional bull riding events, sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. The arena has also been the site of several Democratic National Convention and Republican National Convention events, featuring speakers like Barack Obama and Mitt Romney. The Enterprise Center is also located near other notable St. Louis venues, including the Fox Theatre, a historic St. Louis landmark, and the Peabody Opera House, a popular St. Louis music venue.

● Amenities and Facilities

The Enterprise Center features a variety of amenities and facilities, including a state-of-the-art sound system, a large video scoreboard, and a variety of concession stands, offering food and drinks from vendors like Anheuser-Busch and PepsiCo. The arena also features a number of premium seating areas, including luxury suites and club seats, which offer amenities like Fine dining and VIP access. The Enterprise Center is also equipped with a variety of Accessibility features, including Wheelchair accessibility and Sign language interpretation, making it one of the most accessible arenas in the National Hockey League and the National Collegiate Athletic Association. The arena's amenities and facilities have been influenced by other notable venues, including Madison Square Garden and the United Center, which have also invested heavily in premium seating and accessibility features.

● Renovations and Expansions

The Enterprise Center has undergone several renovations and expansions since its opening in 1994, including a major renovation in 2018, which added new premium seating areas and improved the arena's sound and video systems. The renovation was designed by the architectural firm HOK, which has also designed other notable venues, including the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, home of the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United FC. The Enterprise Center has also been the site of several Sustainability initiatives, including the installation of Solar panels and Energy-efficient lighting, making it one of the most sustainable arenas in the National Hockey League and the National Collegiate Athletic Association. The arena's renovations and expansions have been influenced by other notable venues, including the TD Garden and the PNC Arena, which have also invested heavily in sustainability initiatives and premium seating areas. The Enterprise Center is also located near other notable St. Louis landmarks, such as the Citygarden, a popular St. Louis park, and the Old Courthouse, a historic St. Louis landmark.

Category:Sports venues in the United States