Demolition Of Joe Louis Arena Has Officially Begun
Demolition crews are beginning the process to tear down the Joe Louis Arena.
“The Joe,” which has been standing in Detroit since 1979, was the home of the Detroit Red Wings for nearly 40 years…
DETROIT – OCTOBER 5: A general view of the interior of Joe Louis Arena as the Detroit Red Wings play the Vancouver Canucks during their NHL game at Joe Louis Arena October 5, 2006 in Detroit, Michigan. The Vancouver Canucks beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-1. (Photo By Dave Sandford/Getty Images)
Then, in 2017, the team moved to the newly-constructed Little Caesars Arena, leaving Joe Louis Arena empty.
Officials say the removal of the building will cost around $10 million.
The arena is expected to be demolished by early 2020.
Which arena do YOU prefer: “The Joe” or Little Caesars Arena?
