Gridiron Grounds: The Packers' Home Field Saga
An immersive journey through the historical evolution of Green Bay Packers home venues, from early parks to the iconic Lambeau Field.
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A Century of Home Fields
Founding and Early Years
Established in 1919, the Green Bay Packers have a rich history tied to their home venues. Their inaugural home was Hagemeister Park, utilized from 1919 to 1922. This location, owned by the Hagemeister Brewery, initially featured simple rope barriers, later enhanced with a small grandstand. The team's relocation to Green Bay East High School's site necessitated a move to Bellevue Park, a modest baseball stadium, for the 1923-1924 seasons.
The Milwaukee Connection
In 1925, the Packers moved to City Stadium, their official home for over three decades. However, to broaden their appeal and financial base, the team began playing select home games in Milwaukee in 1933. This practice continued across various Milwaukee venues—Borchert Field (1933), Wisconsin State Fair Park (1934-1951), and Marquette Stadium (1952)—before consolidating at the larger Milwaukee County Stadium from 1953 through 1994.
Return to Green Bay & Lambeau Field
Facing NFL pressure regarding the outdated City Stadium, Green Bay voters approved funding for a new facility in 1957, christened New City Stadium. It was renamed Lambeau Field in 1965 to honor the team's founder, Curly Lambeau. Since its inception, Lambeau Field has undergone numerous expansions and renovations, solidifying its status as a premier NFL venue and the oldest continuously operating stadium in the league.
Stadium Evolution
Stadium Data
The following table details the primary stadiums utilized by the Green Bay Packers throughout their history, including their locations, capacities, and operational durations.
Training Facilities
Modern Training Complex
Adjacent to Lambeau Field, the Packers operate a comprehensive training complex. This facility has evolved significantly since the team's early days, which included practices at Rockwood Lodge, noted as potentially the first self-contained professional football training facility before its mysterious destruction in 1950.
Key Facilities
The current training facilities include:
St. Norbert College Partnership
Since 1958, the Packers have maintained a significant relationship with St. Norbert College in De Pere, Wisconsin, hosting their annual training camp on the college's campus. This enduring partnership highlights the team's deep roots within the Green Bay community.
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