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The Spectrum (later known as CoreStates Spectrum, First Union Spectrum and Wachovia Spectrum) was an indoor arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The arena opened in September 1967 as part of what is now known as the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
The Spectrum, known to the world as “America’s Showplace,” was an indoor arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania which opened its doors in the fall of 1967. The Spectrum was home to the Philadelphia Flyers and the Philadelphia 76ers, and also included many minor league clubs.
Opening its doors in 1967, the Spectrum Arena was an architectural marvel of its time. Its distinctive circular design and reddish-orange, and white exterior made it a recognizable landmark in the city of Philadelphia. The Spectrum quickly became the home of the Philadelphia Flyers, the city’s beloved hockey team.
The Spectrum (later known as CoreStates Spectrum, First Union Spectrum and Wachovia Spectrum) was an indoor arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The arena opened in September 1967 as part of what is now known as the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
The Spectrum was an indoor arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania which was opened in the fall of 1967 to accommodate the Philadelphia Flyers and Philadelphia Sixers. Over it's 42 years of existence it became so much more than just the home of the Flyers & Sixers.
The Wells Fargo Center, one of the busiest arenas in the world, is home of the Philadelphia Flyers of the National Hockey League, the Philadelphia 76ers of the National Basketball Association, and the Philadelphia Wings of the National Lacrosse League.
In the Rocky movies, this arena hosted both of the Balboa vs. Creed boxing matches and for years afterward, was the real-life home of the famous bronze Rocky statue which has since been relocated to the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
The Spectrum, inaugurated in 1967, wasn’t just an arena; it was a realm where legends were born and music resonated through the souls of countless fans. The Beatles, Elvis Presley and Bruce Springsteen graced its stage, leaving an indelible mark on the city and its musical legacy.
In 1967, the Spectrum arena (SA), also known as the CoreStates Spectrum, was opened in Philadelphia, on the south side of Broad Street. Some 43 years later, the building was demolished. Now it is part of the South Philadelphia Sports Complex (SPSC), home to many of the city’s sports teams and clubs.
Local author and sports buff Lou Scheinfeld releases Blades, Bands and Ballers, a new book about Philadelphia’s beloved—and maligned—Spectrum.