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About Memorial Center
Welcome to Memorial Center at East Tennessee State University, currently known as Ballad Health Athletic Center (Mini-Dome). This on-campus, multi-sport facility supports indoor track, tennis, and athletics administration, while also hosting a variety of events and performances. Located in Johnson City, Tennessee, it’s a historic venue with roots in ETSU athletics and regional competitions. We’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan a smooth visit.
Whether you’re attending a university event or a special show, Memorial Center offers convenient access, nearby lodging, and dining options. We provide reliable information so you can focus on enjoying the event. If you’re planning a trip around Johnson City, consider nearby partner hotels and restaurants that frequently welcome event-goers.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Venue history and naming: Originally Memorial Center, renamed Ballad Health Athletic Center (Mini-Dome); the basketball home moved to Freedom Hall Civic Center in 2014, while the Mini-Dome remains in use for other sports and events. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ETSU/Mountain_States_Health_Alliance_Athletic_Center))
- Capacity: 8,539-seat multi-purpose arena (ETSU Athletics Center). Basketball-specific capacity at the on-campus Freedom Hall is listed as 6,149 seats. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ETSU/Mountain_States_Health_Alliance_Athletic_Center))
- Current name and use: Ballad Health Athletic Center (Mini Dome) on the ETSU campus; the venue is a multi-sport facility housing indoor track, tennis, and athletics administration. ([etsu.edu](https://www.etsu.edu/facilities/rent-space/venues/memorial-center.php?utm_source=openai))
- Address: 1081 John Robert Bell Drive, Johnson City, TN 37601 (Ballad Health Athletic Center). ([visitjohnsoncitytn.com](https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/venue/east-tennessee-state-university-ballad-health-athletic-center/))
- Parking: Adjacent parking options (including a parking garage) and a dedicated parking map for Freedom Hall; Ballad Health/ETSU events typically coordinate parking on site. ([etsubucs.com](https://etsubucs.com/sports/2023/7/26/freedom-hall-parking-map.aspx?path=bucspirit&utm_source=openai))
- Transit: Free campus shuttle (BucShot) operated with Johnson City Transit to move around the ETSU campus; additional local transit options exist in Johnson City. ([etsu.edu](https://www.etsu.edu/facilities/parking/bucshot.php?utm_source=openai))
- Nearby hotels: Several hotels are listed as nearby accommodations for events at the ETSU ballad health center, including Carnegie Hotel, Courtyard Marriott, Comfort Suites, DoubleTree, and others. ([etsu.edu](https://www.etsu.edu/martin-center/visit/hotels.php?utm_source=openai))
- Notable events hosted: Bands of America regional championships (ETSU-hosted events), NAIA Indoor Championships (2001–2011) at the Memorial Center, and Atlantic Sun Conference men’s basketball tournaments were historically held there. ([marching.musicforall.org](https://marching.musicforall.org/ballad-health-east-tennessee-regional/?utm_source=openai))