In Brief:
The United Center has been dubbed "the house that Michael Jordan built" -- a reminder of which is the larger than life bronze statue of "His Airness" out front -- because the incredible championship domination of the Chicago Bulls in the 90s helped garner public support for it to be built to replace the deteriorating Chicago Stadium. The permanent home of Bulls basketball and Chicago Blackhawks hockey, the United Center also hosts premier entertainment like Madonna, U2, and the Rolling Stones.Address:
1901 W. Madison StreetPhone:
312-455-4500Getting There By Public Transportation:
You don't. The neighborhoods surrounding the area are not for the uninitiated, so going by car or taxi is highly recommended.Driving From Downtown:
Simply head directly west down Madison approximately one mile. Covering 45 acres, it's hard to miss!Parking:
There are lots surrounding the United Center, holding up to 6,000 cars. Fees range from $15 - $30, depending on proximity to the main entrance.United Center Website and Calendar of Events:
http://www.unitedcenter.comUnited Center Tickets:
Order tickets onlineSeating Chart:
Online Seating ChartAbout the United Center:
After much criticism that the old Chicago Stadium was outdated and increasingly unable to handle the crowds attending the rapidly increasingly popular Chicago Bulls, the owners of the Bulls and Blackhawks hockey team joined together to begin construction of the United Center, currently the nation's largest arena. Opening its doors in 1994, the United Center was so impressive that apparently it coaxed Michael Jordan out of retirement the following year to lead the Bulls to three more championship seasons. Besides hosting the Windy City's basketball and hockey teams, the United Center hosts 200 events a year, from big name musical acts like The Who, Bruce Springsteen, and Paul McCartney, to traveling acts like the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus and Disney on Ice.
