Thompson Arena
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The Arena has also hosted concerts, and in May 1978 featured the Grateful Dead in a packed sold-out stadium for the band's only appearance in New Hampshire.[1]
Renovations
In 2016, both the men's and women's locker rooms were renovated. At the same time, the rink also got new dasher boards, glass and a refrigeration system.
In July 2025, the 50th anniversary of the Arena's opening, Dartmouth announced a Script error: No such module "convert". renovation. The project includes a new locker room for both the men's and women's ice hockey teams, a new team lounge, weight room and coaching suite. The Arena would also receive new additions to the concourse to improve fan enjoyment.[2] The renovation is expected to be completed in the fall of 2026.
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External links
- Page Template:Sister-inline/styles.css has no content.Script error: No such module "Sister project logo". Media related to Script error: No such module "Commons link". at Wikimedia Commons
- Thompson Arena at the Dartmouth athletic website
- Dartmouth Hockey celebrates 100th year
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