Nov 7, 2019 · Dedicated in September 1986 as the Dean Edwards Smith Center, the 300,000-square-foot structure stands on seven and one-half acres of the University's south campus. Over 20,000 cubic yards of rock were removed to make room for the 340-foot-wide, 380-foot-long and 140-foot-high building.

The Dean E. Smith Student Activities Center (commonly known as the Dean Smith Center, Smith Center, or the Dean Dome) is a multi-purpose arena in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, used primarily as the home for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Tar Heels men's basketball team.

One of the most recognized athletic venues in America. The Smith Center became the home of the Tar Heels in 1986 and has since become a cherished traditional symbol of Carolina basketball. The Carolina Basketball Museum is located in the …

Dec 20, 2018 · For patrons with disabilities or chronic medical conditions, the Dean E. Smith Center provides accommodations including accessible seating, auxiliary aids and services and accessible restrooms that will allow for an enjoyable game day experience.

Jan 19, 2019 · The Dean E. Smith Center is the fourth-largest college basketball arena in the country at a seating capacity of 21,750. The first game at the Smith Center was on January 18, 1986 featuring #1 North Carolina vs #3 Duke.

Jan 26, 2025 · Undefeated, top-ranked North Carolina was about to square off against undefeated, third-ranked Duke. It was the first game in the brand-new Dean E. Smith Center. The bright afternoon light poured...

Nov 8, 2018 · UNC officials encourage fans who park in the Manning Lots to enter and exit the Dean E. Smith Center at Entrance D via walking behind the Koury Natatorium. Staff and signage will be in place to help fans navigate the construction.

Nov 7, 2019 · Dean E. Smith Center Carolina basketball plays its home games at the Smith Center, one of the most recognized athletic venues in America. The Smith Center became the home of the Tar Heels in 1986 and has since become a cherished traditional symbol of …

Oct 17, 2024 · Among the plans being considered is building a new 16,000-seat arena that can be the home court for both the Tar Heels’ men’s and women’s basketball teams. Or the choice could be to fully renovate...

Dean E. Smith Center, now known as the Dean Dome, was completed on January 18, 1986, at 300 Skipper Bowles Dr. Chapel Hill. Frequented primarily by UNC students and alumni, it is an icon of the university’s national championship men’s basketball team.