The Dean E. Smith Student Activities Center (commonly known as the Dean Smith Center, Smith Center, or the Dean Dome) is a multi-purpose arena in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, used primarily as the home for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Tar Heels men's basketball team. The university began to inquire about building a standalone ...

Nov 7, 2019 · Six years, 2,362 donors and over $34 million later, the premiere basketball arena in America became a reality. Dedicated in September 1986 as the Dean Edwards Smith Center, the 300,000-square-foot structure stands on seven and one …

The Smith Center became the home of the Tar Heels in 1986 and has since become a cherished traditional symbol of Carolina basketball. The Carolina Basketball Museum is located in the adjacent Ernie Williamson Athletics Center.

Dec 20, 2018 · For patrons with disabilities or chronic medical conditions, the Dean E. Smith Center provides accommodations including accessible seating, auxiliary aids and services and accessible restrooms that will allow for an enjoyable game day experience.

1 day ago · The University of North Carolina is considering building a new men's basketball arena complex off-campus to replace the Dean Smith Center, according to a report from Greg Barnes of Inside Carolina.

Jan 19, 2019 · The Dean E. Smith Center is the fourth-largest college basketball arena in the country at a seating capacity of 21,750. The first game at the Smith Center was on January 18, 1986 featuring #1 North Carolina vs #3 Duke.

1 day ago · — The University of North Carolina is moving closer to selecting Carolina North as the site for a new basketball arena to replace the Dean E. Smith Center, according to multiple sources familiar ...

Oct 17, 2024 · Dean E. Smith Center history. The Smith Center opened Jan. 18, 1986, with a basketball game pitting the UNC men’s team against the Duke Blue Devils — Dean Smith on the UNC bench, Mike...

Dean Smith center is a top-notch facility. My son attended a basketball camp there. Very neat and clean with incredibly friendly staff. Sporting events are well staffed and security is ample.

Discover why the Dean Smith Center, affectionately known as the Dean Dome, is a must-visit for college basketball fans. This detailed review dives into its vibrant atmosphere, modern facilities, and the rich history of Tar Heels basketball.