Amon G. Carter Stadium Renovation - Frequently Asked Questions
8/16/2010 12:00:00 AM | Football
Aug. 16, 2010
Why is TCU renovating the west side and north end of the stadium?
Built in 1930, Amon G. Carter Stadium has not undergone a major renovation since 1956. The renovation will allow TCU to enhance the game day experience for all fans by improving accessibility and crowd flow, enhancing seating to provide better views of the field and significantly improving concession stands, elevators, restrooms and lighting.
How much will the project cost and who's paying for it?
In 2008, TCU received a generous gift of $15 million from the Amon G. Carter Foundation to examine the feasibility of renovating the stadium to lift the historic icon to a new level on par with the University's championship-winning football team and improve the fan experience. Since that time, other donors' donations have enabled TCU to raise the remaining $90 million needed for this project. This support is allowing TCU to realize a dream years in the making. Plans call for construction to begin after the final home game (Nov. 13) of the 2010 season.
What are some of the highlights of the new stadium?
The re-developed Amon G. Carter Stadium will feature suites, club seats and improved fan amenities in many areas - new and more comfortable seating, wider concourses, new and improved restrooms and concessions areas, handicap accessible accommodations, elevators and escalators to move patrons among levels and new lighting. Additionally, the stadium will feature a new press box.
Will seating on the west side and north end change at Amon G. Carter Stadium? Yes. Once construction is finished, Amon G. Carter Stadium will have improved fan seating on the west and north sides. The Athletics Department, in conjunction with the Frog Club, will hold Town Hall Meetings this fall to discuss fan seating in detail. If you would like to sign up for one of these meetings, please contact Davis Babb at 817-257-5658, or send your name and contact information to stadium@tcu.edu. Please put `Stadium Town Hall meeting' in the subject line of your e-mail.
Will parking change?
Due to the expanding footprint of the stadium on the west side and north end, parking spaces will need to be adjusted. After construction, there will be more than 3,120 parking spaces within approximately 500 yards of the stadium. Current discussion has focused on finding solutions to provide the best possible game-day parking. Parking details also will be discussed at the Town Hall Meetings this fall. If you would like to attend a Town Hall Meeting, please contact Davis Babb at 817-257-5658 or send your name and contact information to stadium@tcu.edu. Please put `Stadium Town Hall meeting' in the subject line of your e-mail.
What about my patio in Lot 1?
Due to construction, patios located near Lot 1 will have to be moved. TCU will be responsible for construction costs of new patios to be relocated in the closest possible locations to the stadium in time for the 2012 season. Affected donors will receive more detailed communication in the coming months.
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