It's one of the most iconic stadiums in all of sport and a distinguishing feature in the New Orleans skyline.
The stadium began as the brainchild of David Dixon, a businessman and sports executive who played a key role in the formation of the New Orleans Saints.
Dixon was allegedly told by NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle that the NFL would not expand to New Orleans without an indoor, domed stadium. After winning the support of Louisiana governor John McKeithen, the idea for a ‘Superdome' was born. Legislation to build the Superdome was passed in 1966. It passed by the largest margin in Louisiana's history.
Following numerous delays, construction crews broke ground on the project August 12, 1971. After nearly four years, the Superdome opened its doors on August 3, 1975.
Since the stadium's opening, the Superdome has seen a record seven Super Bowls and five NCAA Men's Final Four. Other notable events include:
Two people are injured and a suspect is in custody following a double shooting in the Seventh Ward, according to the New Orleans Police Department.
more>>Two people are injured and a suspect is in custody following a double shooting in the Seventh Ward, according to the New Orleans Police Department.
more>>The New Orleans Police Department is investigating an early morning shooting in the St. Roch Neighborhood. The shooting was reported at the intersection of North Prieur and Franklin Avenue. Initial reports say one victim was found dead at the location. NOPD is investigating the incident and has not provided any additional information at this time.
more>>The New Orleans Police Department is investigating an early morning shooting in the St. Roch Neighborhood. The shooting was reported at the intersection of North Prieur and Franklin Avenue. Initial reports say one victim was found dead at the location. NOPD is investigating the incident and has not provided any additional information at this time.
more>>A Unified Command is continuing cleanup efforts for shorelines, facilities and vessels between Nashville Wharf and mile marker 77 on the Mississippi River near New Orleans.
more>>A Unified Command is continuing cleanup efforts for shorelines, facilities and vessels between Nashville Wharf and mile marker 77 on the Mississippi River near New Orleans.
more>>The Kenner Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that happened on Airline and Lesan Drive Saturday night.
more>>The Kenner Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that happened on Airline and Lesan Drive Saturday night.
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more>>The latest weather forecast from Your Weather Authority.
more>>Sawyers watched her Florissant, MO, home go to auction Thursday. The highest bidder was her former attorney.
more>>Sawyers watched her Florissant, MO, home go to auction Thursday. The highest bidder was her former attorney.
more>>Crystal Tadlock is not happy about the fine she said
more>>Crystal Tadlock is not happy about the fine she said
more>>Dylan McWilliams was paddling into the line-up at Shipwreck's Beach off Poipu on Thursday morning when he felt something hit his leg — hard.
more>>Dylan McWilliams was paddling into the line-up at Shipwreck's Beach off Poipu on Thursday morning when he felt something hit his leg — hard.
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