From the Archives: Photos from 46 years of the Richmond Coliseum
The Richmond Coliseum opened in 1971. Take a look back at some of the venue's memorable moments - from political rallies, WWF Smackdown, graduations, sporting events and more.
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Shot while standing on the wire netting below the lights during a basketball tournament.
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Councilman Robert J. Habenicht speaks at the groundbreaking for the Richmond Coliseum on June 7, 1968.
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The Richmond Coliseum opened on Aug. 24, 1971 when 5,984 persons attended an ice show.
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In June 1970, someone sneaked onto the Coliseum while it was under construction to install a peace flag after a Confederate flag had been placed on the structure earlier in the week.
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Work on the Coliseum could be seen from Sixth Street in 1970. The new plan would encompass the Blues Armory, which was part of the now-razed 6th Street Marketplace.
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Concertgoers are checked by security guards before entering the Coliseum for a Def Leppard and Tesla concert on Jan. 18, 1988. The venue decided to beef up security after a 16-year-old girl died from an alcohol overdose at an Aerosmith concert on Nov. 15.
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Concertgoers line up to see The Jacksons at the Coliseum on Nov. 9, 1979.
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Workers assemble the new scoreboard for the Richmond Coliseum on Feb. 18, 1986.
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The Coliseum's new box office opened Nov. 14, 1988.
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Aerial photos Richmond area
Aerial photos Richmond area, including Richmond Coliseum, Richmond Marriott, Greater Richmond Convention Center, Altria Center for Research and Technology
1995 REM
From left to right are Katie Giesler, age 17 and a student at Midlothian High; Charles Terry and Ethan Lindbloon, both 17 and students at James River High; Sean Yeager, age 21 and a student at James Madison University; and Brian Marchese, age 18. They were waiting for the REM concert to begin at the Richmond Coliseum Tuesday night, October 10, 1995.
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Richmond Renegades # 9 Andrew Shier wacks the puck down the ice during a game with the Chesapeake Icebreakers 3/19/99 at the Richmond Coliseum. DISCOVER RICHMOND 1999
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Marshall Beasley, an employee of the group that manages the Richmond Coliseum and Richmond Centre, replaces light bulbs in the sign on 5th street between the two facilities.
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Olympic gymnast Dominique Moceanu practiced on the balance beam at the Richmond Coliseum after the John Hancock 1997 Tour of World Gymnastics Champions was cancelled.
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High jumper John Radetich flopped backward the bar during competition on June 2, 1973, in the International Track Associatin meet at the Richmond Coliseum.
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Washington Power player/coach Eugene Wehner is carried on a stretcher by emergency medical personel and Richmond firefighters from the floor of the Richmond Coliseum after he passed out during the second-half of a roller hockey game against host Virginia Vultures on Fri. June 19, 1998.
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Khan, (seated) is the World's Tallest Man while Michu (right) is the Smallest Man on Earth. The two performers wait for a press conference about Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey's The Greatest Show on Earth to start at the Richmond Coliseum 2/17/98.
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Smoke rises from a ventilation fan outside the Richmond Coliseum . Authorities suspect the fire was caused by a faulty electrical transformer. The group New Edition was scheduled to perform in the '90s.
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Smoke from a fire at the fills the loading dock area of the Richmond Coliseum. Authorities suspect the fire was caused by a faulty electrical transformer. The group New Edition was scheduled to perform.
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PETA protest outside the circus at Richmond Coliseum 2/20/99.
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Romanian gymnast Simona Amanar flips just prior to her dismount during her balance beam routine at the Pontiac International Team Championships at Richmond Coliseum 3/27/99.
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Val Venis (right) gets ready to ram D'Lo Brown into the steps during a recent taping of WWF ' Smackdown ' at the Richmond Coliseum . December 28,1999
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Gene Simmons of Kiss and his trademark tongue at the Richmond Coliseum in Richmond, Va. Tuesday, June 6, 2000.
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Ric Flair at Richmond Coliseum. NO OTHER INFORMATION SUPPLIED. WITH SON DAVID, LEFT
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Construction site adjacent to present Richmond Centre (background left) with Richmond Coliseum behind it. Picture taken from roof of United Way building in the 200 block of E. Broad St.
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Elizabeth Dole addresses the crowd at Peter Lowe's Success 1999 seminar at the Richmond Coliseum . March 18,1999
1998 Aretha Franklin
Aretha Franklin gets into her rehearsal with the Richmond Symphony at the Richmond Coliseum, Sunday, October 4, 1998. Here, she is working on some dance moves for the song, 'Why Do Fools Fall in Love?'
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The Virginia Vultures' mascot--a vulture--greets a fan at the opening game of the Virginia Vultures professional roller hockey team at the Richmond Coliseum, June 11, 1998.
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Elizabeth Egan who recieved a degree from The School of Arts during Virginia Commonwealth University graduation at the Richmond Coliseum 5/16/98 brought a friend along for the ride.
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People attending a convention were evacuated briefly from the Richmond Coliseum 4/17/98.
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The Rev. Jimmy Swaggart at the Richmond Coliseum in 1984.
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The Richmond Coliseum photographed Monday, June 22, 1998.
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Lt. Gov. John Hager gives his concession speech to the crowd of delegates at the Richmond Coliseum, scene of the Republican State Convention, Saturday, June 2, 2001after he had lost the nomination for governor for his party to Atty. Gen. Mark Earley.
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Attorney General Mark Earley, left, spoke with House of Delegates Speaker S. Vance Wilkins, Jr., R-Amherst, right, outside the Richmond Coliseum as the Republican State Convention began Friday, June 1, 2001in Richmond, VA.
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This man used a public phone outside the Richmond Coliseum amid a sea of political signs as the Republican State Convention began Friday, June 1, 2001in Richmond, VA.
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Larry Carden 20-year-old circus elephant trainer at the Richmond Coliseum Wed., Feb. 22, 2001.ONE TIME USE ONLY
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The floor of the Richmond Coliseum was covered with folding chairs and a stage as the Republican State Convention began Friday, June 1, 2001. Very few of the chairs were filled later as the opening day speakers played to an almost empty house. Tomorrow, the hall should be filled as a candidate for governor is selected.
2000 Dixie Chicks
The Dixie Chicks lead singer Natalie Maines sings during the group's concert appearance at the Richmond Coliseum on 9/14/2000 in front of about 9000 fans.
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The Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey circus animals walk up 9th St. on their way to the Richmond Coliseum .The parade starts at 6th and Perry where the animals are taken off the circus train , cross the Manchester Bridge , up 9th St. to the Coliseum . Feburary 18 , 2002
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Soon-to-be graduates of VCU line up outside the main arena of the Richmond Coliseum moments before the start of commencement exercises Saturday, May 18.
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Mike Blaine (center) , James Madison University's basketball Operations Director and head coach Sherman Dillard (top) help #2 David Cooper after the Dukes 44 to 41 loss to UNC Wilmington in the CAA Men's Championship at the Richmond Coliseum . March 5 , 2004
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Katarina Witt, Olympic gold medalist, skating on April 7, 1994 at the Richmond Coliseum, shortly after the Lillehammer Olympics.
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Photo taken during Ford fan appreciation day at Richmond Coliseum 05/02/02 by Gary Robertson
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A long line forms at the 7th Street entrance of the Richmond Coliseum as patrons wait to enter the Ringling Bros. And Barnum & Bailey Circus 2/21/02. Story on PETA and the Circus.
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Gord Dineen is the new coach of the Richmond Renegades. He was introduced at a press conference at the Richmond Coliseum Tuesday, May 21.
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The Richmond Coliseum is badly in need of upgrades and repairs, but how to finance the project is a matter of conjecture.
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Anjali Shvote, 8 prepares herself moments before performing the Rajasthani dance at the 20th annual Festival of India at the Richmond Coliseum Saturday, October 13, 2001. The Rajasthani dance tells a story of a girl waiting for her fiance. Flag
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A crack between panels of the basketball floor at the Richmond Coliseum. Photo shot during game between UVA and Michigan State which had to be stopped because of slippery floor conditions.
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Vince Gill sings on stage with his wife Amy Grant during the Richmond, Va. leg of their holiday tour called Simply Christmas, at the Richmond Coliseum on Thurs. Dec. 4, 2003
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Ashley Hazelton reads her thoughts about the 25th wedding anniversary of her mother, Kay Payne (right) to Randy Payne while on the ice at the Richmond Coliseum. Chaplain Richie Underwood (second from left) performed a wedding vow renewal ceremony for the couple after Ashley Hazelton's reading. The event took place between the first and second periods of a Richmond RiverDogs hockey game.
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Aerial photo of Richmond Coliseum taken 8/29/03
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New Philip Morris headquarters and research center on Leigh St., with view of Richmond Coliseum on 3/16/06.
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George Strait performed at the Richmond Coliseum 1/20/05.
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New Philip Morris headquarters on Leigh St., with view of Richmond Coliseum on 3/16/06
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The Richmond Coliseum in downtown Richmond.
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Cracked and broken portions of sidewalk outside the Richmond Coliseum in downtown Richmond.
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The area outside the Leigh St. entrance of the Richmond Coliseum in downtown Richmond.
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Zig Ziglar speaks to a crowd at the Richmond Coliseum during the "Get Motivated" event Wed. Oct.26,2005.
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LIBRARY CAPTION: NOVEMBER 2005 MONSTER TRUCK JAM AT RICHMOND COLISEUM. PHOTOGRAPHER SKIP ROWLAND.
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Cher in concert at the sold out Richmond Coliseum on 2/25/03.
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Cher in concert at the sold out Richmond Coliseum on 2/25/03.
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Bruce Springsteen and his trusty sidekick Steven Van Zandt put some feeling into it during the E Street Band's concert at the Richmond Coliseum.
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Atlee High School student Evan Gould, 15 (center) gets some helps with his English homework from his Dad Jeff Gould as they wait with their family for the start of the Bruce Springsteen Concert Thursday, March 6, 2003 at the Richmond Coliseum.
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Don't get used to the UPS brown on the interior of the Coliseum, says General Manager of the Richmond Coliseum Larry Wilson, shown in front of the structure in downtown Richmond, on 12/27/02.
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Glenn Spritz makes a sign saying "Badly in need of Incident 57th Street" in hopes that Bruce Springsteen will play his favorite song Thursday, March 6, 2003 at the Richmond Coliseum.
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Don't get used to the UPS brown on the interior of the Coliseum, says General Manager of the Richmond Coliseum Larry Wilson, (left) with management partner, Kenneth Johnson, on 12/27/02.
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Photo for story on how prices have changed at the concession stands at the Richmond Coliseum. Photo taken Friday, July 18, 2003.
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LIBRARY CAPTION: NOVEMBER 2005 MONSTER TRUCK JAM AT RICHMOND COLISEUM. PHOTOGRAPHER SKIP ROWLAND.
2003 Eagles
Don Henley with the Eagles sings a solo during the Farewell I 2003 Eagles Tour at the Richmond Coliseum Friday, May 9, 2003. Don Henley is one of the founding members of the Eagles. He is the drummer of the band, but also a vocalist and a songwriter.
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Fans pass through a vending area at the Richmond Coliseum.
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Fans wait to enter the Richmond Coliseum for a CAA tournament game.
2003 50 Cent
Pix from the 50 Cent concert 4/29/03 at the Richmond Coliseum by Scott Kirkland. NOT one time use
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Chechena Allesandro of Brazil puts on his stilts backstage at the Richmond Coliseum before performing in the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus.
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Acrobat Ivan Vargas stretches on a trampoline before performing in the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus at the Richmond Coliseum.
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While Asia the Elephant waits to perform, backstage curtain operator Linda Jean Slocum keeps an eye on the performers during the Ringling Brothers Circus at the Richmond Coliseum.
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Bruce Springsteen at the Richmond Coliseum . October 24 , 2005
2002 Mannheim Steamroller
Spotlights shine on the Christmas village before the Mannheim Steamroller concert at the Richmond Coliseum on 12/14/02.
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Zig Ziglar speaks to a crowd at the Richmond Coliseum during the "Get Motivated" event Wed. Oct.26,2005.
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Memorial service Wednesday night (04/09/03) outside the Richmond Coliseum where Pach Torres was killed 10 years ago.. Photo by Mark Holmberg/Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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VCU fans show their support during the CAA Championship game at the Richmond Coliseum in Richmond VA Mon. March 5,2007.
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Superstar, Elton John performs inside the Richmond Coliseum on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2005 in Richmond, Va. This concert is a makeup date from the canceled March 8th show.
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Bette Midler "Kiss My Brass" preformed at the Richmond Coliseum Thursday October 21, 2004.
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VCU coach Anthony Grant celebrates a win over George Mason after the CAA championship game at the Richmond Coliseum on March 5, 2007.
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During the Thunder Nationals at the Richmond Coliseum, the Thrasher races above deceased car obstacles. The car is driven by Pat Summa.
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Satellite view of downtown Richmond including Richmond Coliseum.
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Rigging hangs above the stage as the crew sets up at the Richmond Coliseum before Wednesday's Tim McGraw/Faith Hill show.
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Rigging hangs above the stage as the crew sets up at the Richmond Coliseum before Wednesday's Tim McGraw/Faith Hill show.
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Detail from the Richmond Coliseum.
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The Richmond Coliseum.
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A crew member stands on stage while the crew sets up at the Richmond Coliseum before Wednesday's Tim McGraw/Faith Hill show.
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Nearly eight thousand people gathered at the Opening Worship and Commissioning Service of the 216th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA) at the Richmond Coliseum . June 27 , 2004
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People supporting the ordination of gay ministers in the Presbyterian Church outside the Richmond Coliseum before the start of the Opening Worship and Commissioning Service . Nearly eight thousand people gathered for the service during the of the 216th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA) at the Coliseum . June 27 , 2004
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New fleet design bus at Richmond Coliseum in 1996.
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Box office at the Richmond Coliseum.
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Aug. 21, 1971 (Staff Photographer Bobby Jones) Gov. Linwood Holton dedicated the new Richmond Coliseum, Saturday, by making a free throw. The governor had special help, though the basket was 30 inches wide, compared to the started 18 inch hoop.
2007 Keith Urban
Keith Urban plays at the Richmond Coliseum on 8/19/07.
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Mary J. Blige performs at the Richmond Coliseum on Tuesday, July 17, 2007.
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WWE chairman Vince McMahon is supported by a ringside fan at Richmond Coliseum, after the WWE announced, as part of a publicity stunt, that McMahon was apparently killed in a limo explosion. McMahon is reported to be very alive by news organizations, and by the company's own website.
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Actors listen intently to the words of Moses as he answers questions about his leadership during a dramatic performance at the conference of Jehovah's Witnesses at the Richmond Coliseum.
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Attorney General Mark L. Earley waves to the crowd of delegates at the Richmond Coliseum, scene of the Republican State Convention, Saturday, June 2, 2001after giving a speech . Earley holds daughter, Ann Harris Earley, 4, as the rest of his family cheers.
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Chris Brown performs at the Richmond Coliseum on Tuesday, January 29, 2008.
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Team Reflections, from Twin Ponds Pa., practices for the 2008 Eastern Synchronized Skating Sectional Championships held at the the Richmond Coliseum today through Saturday. The event is hosted by The Richmond Figure Skating Club.
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Adam Sukonick waits for the line to start moving before filing into the Richmond Coliseum with the rest of Virginia Commonwealrh University's Class of 2008 . May 17 , 2008
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Pedro Sandoval and Tina Proffitt of Colonial Heights sign their favorites at Richmond Coliseum during the WWE Raw live event on 6/18/07.
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Aerial Dancer,Eve Castelo Branco during a rehearsal prior to the Cirque du Soleil's "Delirium" show at the Richmond Coliseum Tue. June 12,2007.
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New Philip Morris building under construction near Richmond Coliseum (partially obscured behind the new construction).
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Crew and performers during a rehearsal prior to the Cirque du Soleil's "Delirium" show at the Richmond Coliseum Tue. June 12,2007.
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New Philip Morris building under construction near Richmond Coliseum. A portion of the Coliseum is at right.
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The interior of the Richmond Coliseum is shown in this panoramic photo on March 5, 2015 during a women's A10 tournament game between George Mason and St. Josephs. A local winter storm was partly to blame for the sparse crowd.
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Several leaking skylights have allowed water to remain a problem in several upstairs concourses at the Coliseum, though replacement is planned in the near future.
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Painters apply a new coat of paint to doors inside the Richmond Coliseum Wed. March 3, 2010.
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The Richmond Coliseum (right) and the Phi;ip Morris USA building, as seen from 5th Street.
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The Richmond Coliseum photographed from the air Wednesday, September 17, 2010.
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A water leak on the upper level inside the Richmond Coliseum Wed. March 3, 2010.
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Work continues around newly placed concrete on the upper level Leigh St plaza of the Richmond Coliseum Wed. March 3, 2010.
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Exterior of Richmond Coliseum on 12/09/09
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Exterior of Richmond Coliseum on 12/09/09
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Exterior of Richmond Coliseum on 12/09/09
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The upper Leigh Street plaza at The Richmond Coliseum shows some deteriorating conditions Fri. Dec. 11, 2009. This area is above the lower Leigh Street entrance looking East.
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These stairs lead from street level on Leigh Street to the upper Leigh Street plaza at The Richmond Coliseum Fr. Dec. 11, 2009.
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These stairs lead from street level on Leigh Street to the upper Leigh Street plaza at The Richmond Coliseum Fr. Dec. 11, 2009.
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Gov. and Mrs. Baliles at inaugural ball in the Richmond Coliseum
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Harlem Globetrotters at the Richmond Coliseum 4-9-1977
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Harlem Globetrotters at the Richmond Coliseum 3-19-75
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ODU plays VCU in Sunday's CAA semifinal at the Richmond Coliseum. ODU won the game 73 to 69.
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Sidewalk repair outside the Coliseum has been completed prior to the CAA Tournament games this weekend.
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Several leaking skylights have allowed water to remain a problem in several upstairs concourses at the Coliseum, though replacement is planned in the near future.
RICHMOND COLISEUM READY
Over 200 new EXIT signs are being installed by contractors at the Coliseum on March 4, 2010.
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The upper Leigh Street plaza at The Richmond Coliseum shows some deteriorating conditions Fri. Dec. 11, 2009. This area is above the lower Leigh Street entrance looking West.
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Richmond Raiders practice at the Richmond Coliseum 3/15.
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Members of the VCU Pep Band entertain students outside the Richmond Coliseum prior to CAA semi finals at the Coliseum in Richmond VA Sun. March 4, 2012.
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Paul Caminiti demonstrates an exercise near the Richmond Coliseum, Nov. 15, 2012. Caminiti is founder and CEO of Team Adrenaline International. It offers on-site corporate fitness programs and has expanded into several states.
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VCU Rams fans camp outside the Richmond Coliseum early Monday, March 5, 2012, site of the CAA Championship. The Virginia Commonwealth Rams face #1 seed Drexel University Monday night for the Colonial Athletic Association crown. The first 200 Rowdy Rams members in the door get special floor seating.
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VCU head coach Shaka Smart leaves the court after his teams loss to ODU 70-65 in the CAA championship game at the Richmond Coliseum Mon. March 7, 2011.
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ODU and VCU students wait to enter the Richmond Coliseum for the CAA basketball finals Mon. March 7, 2011.
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Richmond Coliseum - there was plenty of skating room at first, but the ice later became crowded
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Washington Redskins' cheerleader Taylor leads a dance during a cheer clinic held at The Richmond Coliseum in Richmond, Virginia on July 17, 2013. (NOTE TO EDS: the cheerleaders only go by their first names)
Aerial photos Richmond area
Aerial photos Richmond area of the VA Bio+Tech Park (to the left of the Richmond Coliseum) including the Altria Center for Research and Technology.
Ringling Bros. Circus
02-02-1989 (cutline): Lines of children and their chaperones wound their way around the Richmond Coliseum today as an estimated 11,000 schoolchildren attended the Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Circus. More than 150 buses were used to transport the children.
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In March 1972, U.S. high-jumper Jane Frederick cleared the bar in front of a large crowd at the Richmond Coliseum. Frederick was competing in the American-Soviet indoor track meet, the first between the countries. The U.S. won 131-112.
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KISS performing at Richmond Coliseum Sept. 9, 2016.
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Donald Trump called Kerry Woolard, general manager of Trump Winery, to the stage June 10 during his rally at the Richmond Coliseum.
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In May 1976, a line wrapped around and beyond the Richmond Coliseum as tickets went on sale for an Elvis Presley concert – about 3,000 people were waiting when ticket windows opened at 10 a.m. His sold-out show in June was his final appearance in Richmond; he died in August 1977.
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Protesters shouted anit-Trump slogans as they marched the Richmond Coliseum to Festival Park. They were protesting presumptive Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump, who was holding a rally there Friday 6/10/2016
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Supporters head into the Richmond Coliseum in Richmond, VA Friday, June 10, 2016,where Donald Trump is appearing.
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VCU alumna Pamela K. El, NBA executive vice president and chief marketing officer, gives the commencement address at the Richmond Coliseum Saturday, May 14, 2016.
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VCU School of Dentistry students throw confetti in the air during commencement at the Richmond Coliseum Saturday, May 14, 2016.
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Lil Wayne performs during his "The Dedication Tour" at Richmond Coliseum on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2016.
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The new Cirque du Soleil touring show inspired by James Cameron’s record-breaking movie AVATAR, TORUK – The First Flight, will be presented at the Richmond Coliseum on November 27 - 29, 2015, as part of a global tour in arenas around the world starting November 2015. Photo credit: Youssef Shoufan © 2015 Groupe
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Ricky Dennis, Arena Racing USA CEO and founder, talks with Richmond City School students during their field trip to the Richmond Coliseum for a STEM event involving Arena Racing Fri. Feb. 13, 2015 in Richmond VA.
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Dressed as an elephant, Thomas McNulty of Richmond joined about 2 dozen animal rights activists gathered on 7th Street across from the Richmond Coliseum. Ringling Bros. Circus has announced it will phase out elephant acts by 2018.
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Exterior of Richmond Coliseum with Philip Morris headquarters in background on 12/09/09
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Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama addresses the crowd at the Richmond Coliseum during the Richmond Change We Need Rally on Wednesday.
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Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama addresses the overflow crowd outside the Richmond Coliseum before the Richmond Change We Need Rally on Wednesday.
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A crowd gathered outside the Richmond Coliseum Tue. June 30, 2009 to celebrate and remember the life of pop star Michael Jackson. There were dancing performances, singing, prayers and rememberances.
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The crowd gathers outside the Richmond Coliseum early Wednesday morning to attend the Richmond Change We Need Rally held by Democratic candidate Barack Obama.
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Brooks Menefee, with Stagemonkie LLC, works to set the lights up at the Richmond Coliseum on Tuesday, October 21, 2008, in preparation for Wednesday's Richmond Change We Need rally, held by Democratic presidential candidate Barak Obama.
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Thomas S. Belcher, right, looks at the H&K semi-automic pistol carried by Bruce Jackson, with the Virginia Civilian Defense League, as he hands out "Guns Save Lives" stickers inside the Richmond Coliseum on Friday, May 29, 2009 on the opening day of the State Republican Convention in Richmond, VA. The group was not allowed to pass out stickers a few
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Demonstration against school consolidation, Feb. 10, 1972. Protestors outside the Richmond Coliseum. Cutline: Flag-carrying protesters lead marchers on route from Coliseum Mall to Capitol Square. March was sponsored by Richmond Area Cooperating Committee, organization of 20 anti-busing groups.
2009 New Kids on the Block
The New Kids on the Block reunion tour at Richmond Coliseum on Wednesday, March 18, 2009.
Ringling Bros. Circus
03-08-1977 (cutline): When midday motorists met a plethora of ponderous pachyderms lumbering along Lombardy Street, it could have only meant one thing--the circus had come to town.
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Thirty three people, including Lindsey Jackson, 14, of King George County, are baptized during Jehovah's Witness convention in Richmond Coliseum on Saturday, June 25, 2016.
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Brooks Menefee, with Stagemonkie LLC, works to set the lights up at the Richmond Coliseum on Tuesday, October 21, 2008, in preparation for Wednesday's Richmond Change We Need rally, held by Democratic presidential candidate Barak Obama.
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In February 1976, Dave Twardzik of the Virginia Squires took on Artis Gilmore of the Kentucky Colonels en route to a 123-107 Squires victory before a crowd of only 1,017 at the Richmond Coliseum.
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Richmond Renegades plays against Huntsville at the Richmond Coliseum Sat. Jan 24, 2009.
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Kimberly Drudge, 7, feels the nose of Trish the Clown at the Richmond Coliseum where local visually impaired children were allowed to touch circus animals, costumes, and the faces of clowns of the Ringling Brothers Circus. Kimberly, who is legally blind, is from Salem Church Elementary School.
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WWE at Richmond Coliseum July 14, 2014.
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The first asll-spanish convention of the Jehovah's Witnesses opened Friday at the Richmond Coliseum. According to a spokesperson, the local meeting should attract about 5500 people from the Mid-Atlantic region.Floor seating is for handicapped attendees.
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Fans of the Jonas Brothers snap photos of each other against the groups tour bus outside the Richmond Coliseum before the doors open.
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Police on horses blocks off 7th street after the rally of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump at Richmond Coliseum on Friday, June 10, 2016.
Elvis
In June 1976, Elvis Presley performed for a full house at the Richmond Coliseum. This was the singer’s last concert in the city before his death in August of the next year.
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Arena football returns to the Richmond Coliseum during the season opener for the area's newest arena football team on Saturday, April 8, 2017.
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