Coliseum

Coliseum is an athletic building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is located at 721 S. FIFTH AVE, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, on the University of Michigan's Medical campus. The building has 1 floor. The building features elevator access, ramp access. It houses Newt Loken Gymnastics Training Center, Main Gym, Rec Sports, Varsity Men S Gymnastics. Visit the official website for current hours and information. From the Diag, Coliseum is approximately 11 minutes walking southwest.

Classification: Recreational Sports Building. 5 classrooms.

Official website: Coliseum

Building Details

History

• Year Built: 1909 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
• Architect: Fred Weinberg (builder)
• Style: Industrial
• Named for: Originally Weinberg's Coliseum
• Notable: One of oldest surviving athletic structures on campus; home of Michigan hockey 1920–1973
• Primary use: Multi-purpose gymnasium
• Did you know: The Coliseum opened in 1909, making it one of campus's oldest athletic buildings. Its concrete walls survived a 1924 fire, and Michigan hockey played here from 1920 to 1973.

Accessibility

• Elevator: n/a
• Ramp Access: Located on north side of building

Units & Services

• Newt Loken Gymnastics Training Center
• Main Gym
• Rec Sports
• Varsity Men S Gymnastics

Nearby Buildings

• Wolverine Village 437 ft (133 m)
• Buhr Building 542 ft (165 m)
• Elbel Field 622 ft (189 m)
• Harper Hall 825 ft (0.3 km)
• Perry Building 871 ft (0.3 km)

Other Athletic Buildings

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Coliseum located?

Coliseum is located at 721 S. FIFTH AVE on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.27213908, -83.74584478.

Is Coliseum wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Elevator access: n/a. Ramp access: Located on north side of building.

What units or services are in Coliseum?

Coliseum houses Newt Loken Gymnastics Training Center, Main Gym, Rec Sports, Varsity Men S Gymnastics.

How many floors does Coliseum have?

Coliseum has 1 floor.

How do I find Coliseum on the University of Michigan campus?

Coliseum is located on Medical Campus at 721 S. FIFTH AVE. From the Diag, it is approximately 11 minutes walking southwest.

Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated June 12, 2026.
Source: mguide.app/building/coliseum/