What was Nationwide Arena built for?
Located on the corner of Nationwide Boulevard and Front Street in downtown Columbus, Nationwide Arena was built on a piece of property that was the site of the historic Ohio State Penitentiary. The support of naming rights partner Nationwide Insurance paved the way for the city to acquire an NHL expansion team.
When was Nationwide Arena built?
September 9, 2000
Nationwide Arena/Opened
Who manages Nationwide Arena?
Nationwide Arena
| Owner | Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority |
| Operator | Columbus Arena Management |
| Capacity | Basketball: 19,500 Concerts: 20,000 Ice hockey: 18,500 |
| Construction | |
|---|---|
| Broke ground | May 26, 1998 |
What teams play at Nationwide Arena?
Columbus Blue Jackets
Nationwide Arena/Teams
How many people can Nationwide Arena Hold?
20,000
Nationwide Arena/Capacity
Quick Facts. Arena Size: 684,000 total square feet in the main arena; 110,000 total square feet in the OhioHealth Ice Haus – the 1st attached practice facility in the NHL. Capacities: 18,500 for hockey; 19,500 for basketball; up to 20,000 for concerts.
Who owns Nationwide Arena Columbus?
Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority
Nationwide Arena/Owners
Can I bring a purse into Nationwide Arena?
NO BAG POLICY – Bags are NOT permitted except medical bags, diaper bags OR clutches no larger than 8”x 5”x 1” that will be x-rayed via a designated screening line. Contactless walk-thru security screenings will be in place. All guests are subject to search.
How much did the city of Columbus and Franklin County spend to purchase Nationwide Arena in 2012 to keep the hockey team in the city?
The authority’s $42.5 million purchase of the arena was meant to keep the Blue Jackets in Columbus, as the unprofitable club would be spared from about $9.5 million in annual building costs.
Does Nationwide Arena have metal detectors?
In addition to all normal building search procedures and prohibited items, all guests coming to Columbus Blue Jackets games will be asked to comply with NHL security requirements including asking all guests to remove their hat, empty all metal from pockets and present to security and enter through a metal detector.
What was the Blue Jackets’ first home win at Nationwide Arena?
Bruce Gardiner scored the franchise’s first goal in the first period (which was also the first goal scored in the arena’s history), but the Blackhawks won the game 5-3. Twenty days later, on October 27, 2000, the Blue Jackets picked up their first home win at the arena by defeating the Washington Capitals 3-1.
How will the FCCFA pay for the new Nationwide Arena?
As part of the sale, Nationwide agreed to lend the FCCFA $43.3 million to finance the arena’s purchase which will be paid back by 2039 with casino tax revenue collected by both the City of Columbus and Franklin County.
What is the name of the Arena in Columbus Ohio?
Nationwide Arena. The Nationwide Arena is a multipurpose arena, in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Since completion in 2000, the arena has served as the home of the Columbus Blue Jackets of the National Hockey League .
How much do the Columbus Blue Jackets have to pay for Arena?
Nationwide Insurance will also pay the Blue Jackets $28 million to retain the arena’s naming rights until 2022 as well as $58 million to purchase 30% ownership stake in the franchise. The Blue Jackets, in turn, agreed to remain in the city until 2039 or pay $36 million in damages.