Oncenter facts for kids
The Oncenter is a large group of three buildings in downtown Syracuse, New York. It's a popular place for many different events. This complex includes a convention center, a sports arena, and several theaters. It's a busy spot where people gather for fun, sports, and important meetings!
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Nicholas J. Pirro Convention Center
The Nicholas J. Pirro Convention Center opened in 1992. It's a huge space for events like trade shows and large meetings. The center has 99,000 square feet (about 9,200 square meters) of space. This area can be rented for different gatherings.
The convention center is connected to a large parking garage. This garage can hold 1,000 cars. The center is named after Nicholas J. Pirro. He was the top elected official, called the county executive, for Onondaga County for 20 years.
Upstate Medical University Arena
The Upstate Medical University Arena is a large sports and event venue. It has 6,230 seats for fans. This arena has been home to many sports teams over the years.
It once hosted Syracuse's former NBA team, the Syracuse Nationals. It has also been home to several minor-league teams. These teams played hockey, football, and lacrosse. Since 1994, the arena has been the home of the Syracuse Crunch. They are a professional ice hockey team in the American Hockey League.
John H. Mulroy Civic Center Theaters
The John H. Mulroy Civic Center Theaters are part of The Oncenter complex. These theaters are home to the Syracuse Opera Company. There are three main theaters here.
Crouse-Hinds Theater
The Crouse-Hinds Theater is the main and largest theater. It has one of the biggest stages in Upstate New York. This theater can seat 2,117 people. The seats are arranged on three different levels.
Other Theaters
The other two theaters are smaller. The Carrier Theater has 463 seats. The Bevard Studio is the smallest, with 162 seats. These theaters host a variety of shows and performances.
