Crisler Arena

Also known as: Crisler Center, Crisler

Crisler Arena is an athletic building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is located at 333 STADIUM BLVD, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, on the University of Michigan's Medical campus. The building has 3 floors. Visit the official website for current hours and information. From the Diag, Crisler Arena is approximately 19 minutes walking southwest.

Classification: Intercollegiate Athletics Bldg.

Official website: Crisler Arena

Building Details

History

• Year Built: 1967 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
• Architect: Dan Dworsky
• Style: Mid-Century Modern
• Named for: Fritz Crisler, athletic director and football coach (undefeated 1947 team)
• Notable: "House that Cazzie Built"; architect Dworsky played on Crisler's 1947 team
• Primary use: Basketball, concerts, events
• Did you know: John Lennon and Yoko Ono performed at the John Sinclair Freedom Rally here in 1971. The Fab Five (Webber, Rose, Howard, King, Jackson) played here, the first all-freshman starting lineup to reach an NCAA championship game (1992).
• Sustainability: LEED Gold (2013). Rare LEED Gold for a major sports arena. 50%+ interior structure reused.

Nearby Buildings

• Junge Champions Center 208 ft (63 m)
• Michigan Stadium 616 ft (188 m)
• Campus Safety Services Building 714 ft (0.2 km)
• Transportation Services Building 766 ft (0.2 km)
• UM Golf Course 0.21 mi (0.3 km)

Other Athletic Buildings

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

Part of: Game Day

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Crisler Arena located?

Crisler Arena is located at 333 STADIUM BLVD on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.26505617173914, -83.74669785000002.

How many floors does Crisler Arena have?

Crisler Arena has 3 floors.

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

Crisler Arena is located on Medical Campus at 333 STADIUM BLVD. From the Diag, it is approximately 19 minutes walking southwest.

Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated April 15, 2026.
Source: mguide.app/building/crisler-center