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Memorial Gymnasium, commonly known as The Pit, is the University of Maine's historic multipurpose arena located at 18 Gym Drive, Orono, ME 04473. Following 2014 renovations, the venue seats 3,100 for basketball and other events. The court was officially renamed Skip Chappelle Court in November 2024, honoring a key figure in UMaine athletics. The arena hosts UMaine Black Bears men's and women's basketball and occasionally serves as a site for commencements, concerts, and tournament events. When planning a visit, secure your seats early and check the latest accessibility and parking details.
Public seating maps are available through SeatGeek, and the venue is integrated with local transit and shuttle services to make your trip smoother. Below you’ll find practical details on seating, parking, transportation, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a stress-free outing.
Whether you’re catching a collegiate basketball game or a special event, Memorial Gymnasium & The Pit is a storied UMaine venue with easy access from Bangor and the surrounding region. If you’re visiting from out of town, consider staying at on-campus or nearby hotels, using public transit options, and taking advantage of ADA seating and accessible facilities. We’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward guidance to simplify your ticket experiences and venue visits.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location and venue: Memorial Gymnasium, 18 Gym Drive, Orono, ME 04473, a historic on-campus multipurpose arena commonly referred to as 'The Pit.'
- Capacity: 3,100 seats after 2014 renovations (previously about 1,350); the facility is described as a 3,100-seat arena used for basketball and other events.
- Current use: Home to the University of Maine Black Bears men's and women's basketball; many games also moved to Cross Insurance Center in Bangor in recent years.
- Renaming: The basketball court at Memorial Gym was officially renamed Skip Chappelle Court in November 2024.
- Seating chart: Public seating maps exist (SeatGeek hosts seating charts for The Pit at Memorial Gym).
- Parking and ADA: ADA parking available in the Corbett Lot; ADA seating in Section 208 and 100-level sections; elevator access via the main west entrance.
- Transit: Access via Bangor Community Connector (free for UMaine students/faculty), Black Bear Orono Express shuttle, and Concord Coach Lines stop at Memorial Gym.
- Nearby hotels: On-campus Hotel Ursa (opened 2024) plus nearby options like Black Bear Inn and other Bangor-area hotels; multiple on-campus and nearby lodging options listed by UMaine and campus partners.
- Notable events hosted: Historic commencements and concerts (e.g., Leontyne Price, Dave Brubeck) and American East tournament-related events; annual and special basketball events such as the Skip Chappelle era and related showcases.