Renaissance Coliseum

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Renaissance Coliseum
Former names Bradley University Arena,Bradley Athletics Performance Center
Location Peoria, Illinois
Coordinates 40°41′57″N 89°37′4″W / 40.69917°N 89.61778°W / 40.69917; -89.61778Coordinates: 40°41′57″N 89°37′4″W / 40.69917°N 89.61778°W / 40.69917; -89.61778
Opened August 27, 2010 (2010-08-27)
Owner Bradley University
Operator Bradley University
Construction cost USD $ 50 Million (estimated)
Architect PSA/Dewberry
Capacity 4,200
Tenants
Bradley Braves:
Basketball
Women's Volleyball

Renaissance Coliseum is a brand new multi-purpose athletic facility at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois. Renaissance Coliseum was originally intended to be complete in 2009, but construction delays pushed back the opening to the 2010–11 academic year. The official dedication took place on October 15, 2010. Renaissance Coliseum houses athletic offices, practice, training/conditioning facilities, the athletics hall of fame and other features. Adjacent to the arena is a state-of-the-art men’s basketball practice facility.[1] In addition to hosting Bradley Athletics events, the facility will welcome concerts, speakers and commencement

After the demolition of Robertson Memorial Field House, the 4,200 seat arena was needed to host sports that don't require the larger Carver Arena. Because of the delays, the Bradley teams moved to Lorene Ramsey Gym at nearby Illinois Central College for the 2009–2010 season.

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