Cliff Keen Arena

Also known as: Clifford P Keen Arena

Cliff Keen Arena is an athletic building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is located at 616 HOOVER AVE, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, on the University of Michigan's South campus. The building has 2 floors. Visit the official website for current hours and information. From the Diag, Cliff Keen Arena is approximately 12 minutes walking south.

Classification: Intercollegiate Athletics Bldg. 1 classrooms.

Official website: Cliff Keen Arena

Building Details

History

• Year Built: 1956 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
• Architect: Unknown
• Style: Mid-Century Modern
• Named for: Cliff Keen, wrestling coach 42 years (1925–1970), invented wrestling headgear
• Notable: Originally Matt Mann Pool; converted to arena 1989
• Primary use: Volleyball, wrestling, gymnastics

Nearby Buildings

• Weidenbach Hall 131 ft (40 m)
• Hartwig Administration Building 189 ft (58 m)
• Intramural Sports Building 275 ft (84 m)
• Academic Center 279 ft (85 m)
• Ferry Field 369 ft (112 m)

Other Athletic Buildings

• Oosterbaan Field House
• Crisler Arena
• Coliseum
• Donald B. Canham Natatorium
• Schembechler Hall

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cliff Keen Arena located?

Cliff Keen Arena is located at 616 HOOVER AVE on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.26931146666667, -83.74134418.

How many floors does Cliff Keen Arena have?

Cliff Keen Arena has 2 floors.

How do I find Cliff Keen Arena on the University of Michigan campus?

Cliff Keen Arena is located on South Campus at 616 HOOVER AVE. From the Diag, it is approximately 12 minutes walking south.

Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated April 15, 2026.
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