Tough to Find Kiel Auditorium Postcard - Former Home of the NBA St. Louis Hawks for Sale

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Tough to Find Kiel Auditorium Postcard - Former Home of the NBA St. Louis Hawks For Sale

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Tough to Find Kiel Auditorium Postcard - Former Home of the NBA St. Louis Hawks:
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KIEL AUDITORIUM

Kiel Auditorium, a landmark in St. Louis, Missouri, served as a vibrant hub for sports and entertainment from its inauguration in 1934 until its closure in 1991. This multi-purpose arena, which could accommodate around 9,300 spectators for basketball games, was notably the home court of the NBA\'s St. Louis Hawks from 1955 to 1968. During their tenure at Kiel, the Hawks enjoyed a golden era, capturing the NBA Championship in 1958. The team\'s success was driven by standout players like Bob Pettit, Cliff Hagan, and Lenny Wilkens. Pettit, a dominant force in the league, became the first player to receive the NBA\'s Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award and remains a legend in the sport\'s history.

Beyond the Hawks, Kiel Auditorium was also the home of the St. Louis Bombers, a team in the Basketball Association of America (BAA), which later merged with the National Basketball League (NBL) to form the NBA. The Bombers played there from 1946 until their disbandment in 1950. The St. Louis University Billikens men\'s basketball team also called Kiel their home court for many years, adding to the venue\'s rich sports heritage. Additionally, Kiel Auditorium hosted a wide array of events, including professional wrestling and boxing matches, concerts, and political conventions, making it a central gathering place for the community.

The intimate and energetic atmosphere of Kiel Auditorium made it a beloved venue for both athletes and fans. Despite its demolition in 1992, the memories and historical significance of Kiel Auditorium continue to resonate, particularly its role in the storied careers of basketball legends and its contribution to the cultural fabric of St. Louis.

Unused 3 1/2\" x 5 1/2\" standard size chrome postcard. (31971-B)

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