Rocketown facts for kids
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| Former names | Rcktwn |
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| Location | 601 4th Ave. S. Nashville, Tennessee |
| Type | Music venue |
| Genre(s) | Rock, Punk, Alternative, Hardcore, MetalCore, Emo, Indie Rock, Hip Hop, Rap |
| Capacity | 550 (seated dinner) 1,500 (standing room only) |
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| Opened | 1994 |
| Expanded | 2010 |
Rocketown is a cool place in Nashville, Tennessee. It's a big building, about 40,000 square feet! This awesome spot has concert areas, a coffee shop, and even an indoor skate park. It's a safe and fun place for teenagers to hang out.
What is Rocketown?
Rocketown was first opened in 1994 by Christian artist Michael W. Smith. His idea was to create a safe space for teens. It was a place where young people could have fun without alcohol. After a short break, Rocketown reopened in 2003 in downtown Nashville.
Fun Activities at Rocketown
Rocketown offers many exciting activities for young people. You can join after-school classes to learn new skills. There's also an indoor skate park where you can practice your tricks. If you like gaming, they have video games too.
- After-school classes (like recording, film editing, art, and dance)
- Skateboarding
- Video games
- Concerts
Rocketown is known for its concerts. These shows are open to people of all ages. It's a great place to see your favorite bands live.
Rocketown's History and Move
Some famous bands have even filmed their live shows at Rocketown. For example, the band Between the Buried and Me filmed their live CD and DVD, Colors, there in 2008. The band Demon Hunter also recorded a live show at Rocketown.
In 2010, Rocketown moved to a new location. The city of Nashville was building a new convention center. This project also expanded a nearby road. So, Rocketown needed a new home. The last show at the old building was on April 24, 2010. The first show at the new building happened on April 30. The main part of the new building officially opened on August 6, 2010. This was part of a big "Back to School Bash" and Grand Opening weekend.
