Joe Louis Arena was an arena in Downtown Detroit. Completed in 1979 at a cost of US$57 million as a replacement for Olympia Stadium, it sat adjacent to Cobo Center on the bank of the Detroit River and was accessible by the Joe Louis Arena station on the Detroit People Mover.

Joe Louis Arena was home to the Detroit Red Wings before the opening of Little Caesars Arena in 2017. Built in 1979 for $34 million, it is named for legendary Detroit boxer Joe Louis. The arena, one of the oldest in the NHL, was also one of the few that maintained its original name without a corporate sponsorship.

Aug 31, 2023 · Named after the legendary Detroit boxer Joe Louis, Joe Louis Arena was more than just an ice hockey venue. Built in 1979 at a cost of $34 million, this iconic arena was one of the oldest in the NHL and notably one of the few to retain its …

Jul 15, 2024 · Even attending concerts and other events at Joe Louis Arena could result in a special moment. But now, the arena affectionately known as "The Joe" is gone now that all arena events have moved across downtown to Little Caesar's Arena.

Apr 6, 2017 · Dec. 12, 1979: First event at Joe Louis Arena, University of Michigan vs. University of Detroit in basketball. Dec. 27, 1979: First Red Wings game, against St. Louis Blues.

Apr 2, 2024 · Big things coming for the site of the former home of the Red Wings. Joe Louis Arena stood by the banks of the Detroit River for nearly 40 years, serving as the home of the Detroit Red Wings and housing some of the greatest players and moments in NHL history before being closed forever in 2017.

Jul 4, 2024 · DETROIT - Long gone is the Joe Louis Arena, the former home of the Detroit Red Wings. In its place will soon be a swanky new hotel. Detroit-based developer Sterling Group and the...

Mar 4, 2019 · Detroit's now-empty Joe Louis Arena will finally get a date with the wrecking ball this spring, just shy of its 40th year. Demolition of the arena is expected to begin in the next four to...

The Joe Louis Arena was home to the Detroit Red Wings hockey team until it was vacated in 2017 and subsequently demolished.

Aug 2, 2024 · Joe Louis Arena, nestled in the vibrant city of Detroit, Michigan, is a testament to the enduring spirit of the Motor City. As the former home of the Detroit Red Wings, this iconic sports venue has captured the hearts and imaginations of hockey enthusiasts and architecture aficionados alike.