The Bradley Center was more than just concrete and steel; it was the place where a generation of Wisconsinites went to experience "firsts"—first concert, first NBA game, first playoff series.

Throughout its history, the Bradley Center was defined by its tenants:

The Bradley Center held its last event in July 2018 before being demolished in 2019.

The Bradley Center was not built on city taxes, but rather through a generous $90 million donation by Jane Bradley Pettit in honor of her father, Harry Lynde Bradley. October 1, 1988.

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It was designed as a multi-purpose arena, capable of hosting hockey (Milwaukee Admirals), basketball (Bucks and Marquette University), and concerts. 2. A Hub for Wisconsin Sports

Remembering the Bradley Center : A Look Back at Milwaukee’s Former Sports Icon

While its replacement, the Fiserv Forum, offers a better, more modern experience, the memories made inside the Bradley Center—from the deafening noise of a playoff game to the quiet awe of a Disney on Ice show—will always remain a part of Milwaukee's sports history.