Hampton Convocation Center
Arena in Hampton, Virginia
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Hampton Convocation Center is a 7,200-seat multi-purpose arena in Hampton, Virginia. It was built in 1993 and is home to the Hampton University Pirates basketball team. The arena replaced Holland Hall gymnasium, which holds women's volleyball matches and tournaments. The construction cost was about $4 million–$5 million.
Location100 East Queen Street
Hampton, VA 23668
Hampton, VA 23668
Coordinates37.01974°N 76.33108°W
OwnerHampton University
OperatorHampton University
Hampton Convocation Center from the outside | |
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| Location | 100 East Queen Street Hampton, VA 23668 |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 37.01974°N 76.33108°W |
| Owner | Hampton University |
| Operator | Hampton University |
| Capacity | 8,200 7,200 (basketball)[1] |
| Surface | Hardwood |
| Construction | |
| Broke ground | February 1992 |
| Opened | September 12, 1993 |
| Construction cost | $12.5 million ($27.9 million in 2025 dollars[2]) |
| Architect | The Livas Group Architects, P.C. |
| Project manager | ArmadaHoffler Construction Co. |
| Tenants | |
| Hampton Pirates (NCAA) (1993–present) | |