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- Merrimack Athletics Complex | North Andover, MA
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About J. Thom Lawler Arena
J. Thom Lawler Arena is a versatile, multi-purpose athletic venue inside the Merrimack Athletics Complex in North Andover, Massachusetts. Home to Merrimack Warriors men’s hockey (Division I) and select basketball games since 2021-22, the arena blends collegiate competition with modern renovations, including the premium Gallant Pavilion added in 2023. Whether you’re a local fan or visiting for a game, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations and dining.
Location: 315 Turnpike Street, North Andover, MA 01845. The arena features chair-backed seating in a hockey configuration with an expanded basketball setup possible after recent renovations. On-site and nearby parking options, plus easy transit access, make attending events straightforward and stress-free.
Parking is free across multiple campus lots, with Lot E and surrounding lots offering convenient access to the arena. For transit, MBTA Commuter Rail service on the Haverhill line provides links to Andover and Lawrence stations, with campus directions outlining the best routes to Lawler Arena. If you’re planning an overnight or a weekend visit, we’ve highlighted affiliate hotel partners and dining options near the campus to help you secure comfortable stays and solid meals without the hassle. We recommend checking the official venue and partner pages for any updated details before your trip.
Security and accessibility are priorities for Merrimack College; the Gallant Pavilion upgrade enhances premium seating experiences, while the overall seating chart features chair-backed stadium seats for clear sightlines across sports, with third-party seating charts available for reference.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 2,549 (hockey); up to 3,000 in basketball configuration after Lawler basketball renovations.
- Address: 315 Turnpike Street, North Andover, MA 01845.
- Venue type: Multi-purpose college athletic arena (Lawler Arena) within the Merrimack Athletics Complex; houses hockey and basketball.
- Seating chart: seating consists of chair-backed stadium seats; an official seating chart is available from third-party providers (e.g., SimpleSeats).
- Parking: Free campus parking in multiple lots; Lot E and nearby lots accessible to the arena (on-campus parking policy referenced in athletics/parking pages).
- Transit: Nearby MBTA Commuter Rail access via the Haverhill line to Andover/Lawrence stations; campus map/directions note transit options.
- Nearby hotels: Merrimack College lists hotel partners with discounted rates (Andover Inn, Courtyard by Marriott Andover, Holiday Inn Express Andover/Lawrence, La Quinta Inn & Suites Andover, Sonesta ES Suites Andover, Springhill Suites Andover).
- Notable events: Home to Merrimack Warriors men’s ice hockey (Division I) and select basketball games since 2021-22; Renovations in 2023 added the Gallant Pavilion for premium seating.