Municipal Stadium
Cleveland Stadium, commonly known as Municipal Stadium, Ohio.
Cleveland Stadium, commonly known as Municipal Stadium, Ohio.
Quick Facts
- Nickname
- Municipal Stadium; Cleveland Municipal Stadium
- Address
- 1085 West 3rd Street
- City
- Cleveland
- Country
- United States
- Groundbreaking
- June 24, 1930
- Opened
- July 1, 1931
- Renovated
- 1947 (inner fence installed)
- 1967 (new seats)
- 1974 (new scoreboard, suites)
- Public transit
- Union Depot (1931–1953)
Lore & Background
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was Municipal Stadium's role for the Browns?
This venue served as the primary home field for the Cleveland Browns from 1946 through 1995. Built originally in 1931, it functioned as a multi-purpose facility before being replaced by newer stadiums.
Which major championship games took place there?
Fans witnessed three AAFC Championship Games between 1946 and 1948 within its walls. Additionally, the stadium hosted two NFL Championship Games in 1950 and 1954 during the franchise's tenure.
What were the physical details and status of the stadium?
Located in Cleveland, Ohio, the structure held a capacity of approximately 80,000 spectators at its peak. Today, the site is demolished, leaving only memories of its time as a central hub for local sports culture.
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