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Coordinates: 39°31′46.33″N119°48′43.4″W / 39.5295361°N 119.812056°W
| Address | 300 North Center Street |
|---|---|
| Location | Reno, Nevada, U.S. |
| Owner | Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority |
| Capacity | 1,100 spectators |
| Field size | 78 lanes 38,000 square feet in Reno, Nevada |
| Construction | |
| Broke ground | 1992; 28 years ago |
| Opened | February 3, 1995; 25 years ago |
| Renovated | 2007, 2019 |
| Construction cost | $47.5 million |
| Architect | Peter B. Wilday |
The National Bowling Stadium is a 363,000-square-foot (33,700 m2) ten-pin bowlingstadium in Reno, Nevada. The stadium is recognizable for an 80 feet (24 m) aluminumgeodesic dome in its facade, built to resemble a large bowling ball.
Nicknamed the 'Taj Mahal of tenpins', the 78-lane stadium opened on February 3, 1995, cost $47.5 million, and took three years to build. It is often the filming location for bowling scenes in films.
Construction and financing[edit]
The stadium was constructed as part of a renovation effort of downtown Reno, which also saw the construction of the Silver Legacy Resort Casino,[3] The concept for construction of the stadium was in part to capture tourism dollars being sent to Las Vegas, and as part of an agreement with the United States Bowling Congress that upon construction of a first-class permanent facility, they would ensure their return to Reno every third year. The project was funded by a room tax lobbied by the city of Reno to the Nevada Legislature based on commitments from the United States Bowling Congress and the Women's International Bowling Congress,[1] which itself merged with the USBC in 2005.
The original construction of the stadium had 80 lanes, but since an architectural error resulted in the stadium not having a center aisle for bowlers to march out for the team event, the center lanes had to be converted to an aisle. Despite the conversion to a 78-lane facility, the main pro shop/gift shop is still called 'Lane 81'.[2]
Features[edit]
The stadium can be covered to be converted to convention space. It utilizes fully automatic scoring on what (upon construction) was the world's longest rigid, backlight video screen, with oversight from a computerized command center on the stadium's fifth level. When it opened in 1995, it was just in time to welcome 100,000 members of the American Bowling Congress for their 100th anniversary meeting.[3] In 2009 the National Bowling Stadium broke the record for most United States Bowling Congress championships hosted, surpassing the tie between Buffalo and Toledo.[2]
The stadium also hosts an extension of the International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame (IBM/HF), which is located in Arlington, Texas. The museum displays hall-of-fame portraits as well as artifacts collected and preserved by the IBM/HF.
Film history[edit]
The National Bowling Stadium has been the filming location for several feature films. In addition to being the location of the grand finale between Bill Murray and Woody Harrelson's characters in the 1996 bowling film Kingpin,[4] the stadium was also a setting in the Michael J. Fox/Kirk Douglas film Greedy.[2]
References[edit]
- ^ abBarol, Bill (September 18, 1995). 'Lanes Paved With Gold'. Time. Retrieved 2009-05-15.
- ^ abcdCrowley, Jeff (April 15, 2007). ''Taj Mahal of Tenpins' is a must-see for bowlers'. Evansville Courier Press. Retrieved 2009-05-15.
- ^ abLand, Barbara; Myrick Land (1995). A Short History of Reno. University of Nevada Press. pp. 123–24. ISBN978-0-87417-262-1.
- ^Gelbert, Doug (2002). Film and Television Locations: A State-by-State Guidebook to Moviemaking Sites, Excluding Los Angeles. McFarland. p. 192. ISBN978-0-7864-1293-8.
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The only stadium of its kind in the world, the National Bowling Stadium was referred to as the “Taj Mahal of Tenpins” by the Los Angeles Times.
Located across the street from the Reno Events Center, the stadium features 78 championship lanes, a pro shop, stadium club and theater. In addition to bowling tournaments, this facility also hosts corporate and convention parties for up to 2,000 people.
For event planners, the National Bowling Stadium features:
78 Championship Bowling Lanes
Capacity: 1,500
The National Bowling Stadium has 65,000 square feet of open space, which is adaptable to various configurations. D.J. and live band stages, dance floors and bistro-style seating are some of the options available to groups that host events there. This space also features the longest video screen in the world, which is capable of projecting video images as well as scoring graphics across 440 feet. The video wall is available for video or slide presentations. A spectator seating section can seat 1,100. Groups can include bowling on any of the 78 lanes as a part of events.
International Bowling Museum
Capacity: 200
The stadium hosts an extension of the International Bowling Museumand Hall of Fame (IBM/HF), which is located in Arlington, Texas. The museum displays artifacts and portraits of bowling greats.
I-WERKS Theater
Capacity: 172
This theater’s four-story screen can accommodate 70-millimeter films and has a six-channel digital surround-sound audio system. The theater can be used for smaller business video presentations. Larger groups of up to 1,100 can use the 440-foot video screen in the bowling lanes area.
Stadium Club
Capacity: 100
Smaller gatherings can use the Stadium Club, which features antique mirrors, a big screen TV, 1912 Brunswick Regent billiard table and Brunswick Belmont mahogany bar. Overlooking the downtown corridor, the Stadium Club can be used for meetings, cocktail parties or small dinners.
Kingpin Club
Capacity: 100
The first floor features the Kingpin Club by Brunswick, which offers private bowling lanes, a lounge and bar and other amenities. This club features razzle-dazzle bowling with vibrant colors flashing in sync with high-energy music.
Other
Spaces are available for business meetings or presentations, such as a 4,500-square-foot room overlooking Reno Aces Ballpark.
Two glass elevators and an escalator transport guests to the fourth floor Tournament Level. The fourth floor includes the Lane 81 Pro Shop, which sells bowling equipment. There is also a Computer Aided Tracking System (C.A.T.S.) Lane that provides bowlers with a computer-analyzed evaluation of their games and recommendations for improvement.
The facility also features the Training Academy, providing custom ball fittings and bowling swing evaluations to bowling beginners and experts. The academy also features a bar and classroom seating. The Training Academy serves as a practice facility for the OPEN Championships at the National Bowling Stadium, as well as a training ground for the United States Bowling Congress.
The Reno Events Center
The Reno Events Center, located across from the National Bowling Stadium, can be used as additional meeting space for conventions or trade shows.
Staff members at the National Bowling Stadium assist in event planning, and there is available on-site catering service.
Surrounding Area: Reno Amtrak (449 feet)
Lodging
Eldorado Reno Casino and Resort (0.2 mile)
Silver Legacy Resort Casino Reno (0.2 mile)
Wonder Lodge (0.2 mile)
Club Cal Neva (0.2 mile)
White Court Motel (0.3 mile)
Circus Circus Hotel and Casino (0.3 mile)
Food/Drink
Lucky Noodle Bar (0.1 mile)
Rocky’s Sports Pub and Grill (0.2 mile)
Duffy’s Ale House (0.2 mile)
Sterling’s Seafood Steakhouse (0.2 mile)
Americana Cafe (0.2 mile)
China Diner (0.3 mile)
Future Renovations
2014
- Remodel Squad Room- Bowler Organization Room for Tournaments
- New Updated Ball Returns and Masking Unit panels on Lanes 1-78
- Exterior Paint of building to match the Reno Events Center and Reno Ballroom
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2015
- New Bowling lanes installed on Lanes 1-78
- HVAC System Upgrade
2016
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- Begin major remodel of 4th floor
- Removal of Grandstands
- Relocation of Snack Bar/Bar
- Enlarge Bowlers Area
2018
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- Full Exterior Remodel
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If you are interested in holding an event at the National Bowling Stadium, please contact Operations Manager Bob Thomas, at 800-304-2695 or via e-mail at bthomas@renotahoeusa.com.