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About Morgan J. Burke Aquatic Center
Welcome to Morgan J. Burke Aquatic Center, a premier indoor aquatic facility in West Lafayette, Indiana. Opened in 2001 as the Boilermaker Aquatic Center and renamed in 2017, this 80,521-square-foot venue features the Doris Holloway Competition Pool (8 lanes x 50 meters), a diving pool, moveable bulkheads, and a spectator mezzanine with 625 seats. This versatile center hosts high-profile college and national events and serves the Purdue University community and visiting guests alike. Whether you’re attending a race, diving competition, or a campus event, we’ve got the essentials to help you plan your visit, secure your seats, and navigate the day with ease.
Parking is available in the France A. Cordova Recreational Sports Center lot with campus visitor parking required for events. Transit options include Purdue Campus Transit LOOPS, CityBus, and nearby Zipcars for flexible travel. Nearby lodging and dining are conveniently located embracing campus life. For reliable access to the best hotels and restaurants, we highlight affiliate partners that offer comfortable stays and local dining options near the university. The center is undergoing major renovations and upgrades starting in summer 2026, designed to enhance facilities while preserving its role as a trusted venue for NCAA Championships, Big Ten meets, and other aquatic events. If you’re planning a visit for a meet or a tour, secure your seats and plan ahead with our easy ticketing and logistical tips.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1226 Third Street, West Lafayette, IN 47906.
- Facility type: indoor aquatic center with Doris Holloway Competition Pool (8 lanes x 50m) and a diving pool; includes moveable bulkheads and spectator mezzanine.
- Size and capacity: ~80,521 sq ft facility with 625 spectator seating.
- Opened/renamed: opened August 2001 as Boilermaker Aquatic Center; renamed Morgan J. Burke Aquatic Center on May 5, 2017.
- Notable events hosted: Women’s NCAA Championships (2005, 2010); Men’s/Women’s Big Ten Championships (2003, 2004, 2009, 2010, 2017, 2022, 2024); 2006 U.S. Open; NCAA Zone C Diving Championships (years vary).
- Parking: campus visitor parking required; parking available in the France A. Cordova Recreational Sports Center lot; event dates may provide additional details.
- Transit: Purdue Campus Transit LOOPS, CityBus public transit, and Zipcars available nearby.
- Nearby hotels: Union Club Hotel (on campus); Hilton Garden Inn West Lafayette; Hampton Inn & Suites West Lafayette.
- Renovation note: facility announced for major renovations/upgrades in summer 2026; not demolished.