D.C. Armory
Interactive map of D.C. Armory | |
| Address | 2001 East Capitol Street SE |
|---|---|
| Location | Washington, D.C. |
| Coordinates | 38°53′19″N 76°58′32″W / 38.8885°N 76.9755°W |
| Owner | United States |
| Operator | Military – District of Columbia National Guard Nonmilitary – Events DC |
| Capacity | 10,000 |
| Construction | |
| Opened | 1941 |
| Tenants | |
| Georgetown Hoyas (NCAA) (1947–1949) Washington Diplomats (NASL) (1978) D.C. Armor (AIFA) (2009) DC Rollergirls (WFTDA) (2008–present) | |
The D.C. Armory is a mixed armory and 10,000-seat arena in Washington, D.C. Managed by the Events DC, the Armory opened in 1941, as the headquarters, armory, and training facility for the District of Columbia National Guard. In 1994, it become a venue for a broad range of sports and public events. The Armory is adjacent to Stadium–Armory station and the RFK Stadium campus and future site of New Commanders Stadium.