Save Mellon Arena
We, the undersigned, request that the Civic Arena (now known as Mellon Arena) be declared a historical landmark. Anybody with any pride of Pittsburghs history should be appalled by plans to have the a... continue reading »
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"we need mellon arena!"
"The Mellon should be a historic landmark. Not just because of the design and concerts but the greats like Mario, Gretsky, and Gebno and Crosby!!!!!!!!"
"My father was one of the piledrivers/welders who worked on the Civic Arena. He's not around anymore, I hope the arena can stay."
"The "Igloo" is so impressive looking, unlike the new venue. It is a PGH. institution!! I'm sure it can be used efficiently."
"We should take pride in this unique structure not destroy it. Be green. Remodel it into something else- like Montreal did with the Incline Tower & Biodome from their Olympics"
"The Igloo is close to my heart, as well as to the collective heart of Pittsburgh, and is undoubtedly a staple of our unique skyline and inextricably bound to the city's history. The Mellon Arena can easily be integrated into Pittsburgh's future. Why tear "
"The Igloo is a historical building, first of its kind, it would be a shame to destroy it."
"The "arena" and the history of this structure is far more than an entertainment venue. It speaks to our history as a shining example of our past as the leader in steel manufacturing. It is an intrinsic part of perhaps one of the most recognizable cityscap"
"be creative, make something old , new again"
