Soldier Field

- Stadium Address: 1410 South Museum Campus Dr Chicago, Illinois 60605
- Opened: October 9, 1924, was closed for renovations from January 19, 2002 - September 26, 2003
- Owner: Chicago Park District, City of Chicago
- Construction Cost: $10 million; Renovations: $600 million
- Capacity: 61,500

Soldier Field is the home stadium for the NFL's Chicago Bears.
Surface

Grass (1924-1970), AstroTurf (1971-1987), Grass (1988-present)
History

Soldier Field serves as a monument to soldiers who have died in wars. It opened on October 9, 1924. Originally named Municipal Grant Park Stadium, the name was changed to Soldier Field on November 11, 1925.
It has been the home field of the Chicago Bears since 1971. It is currently listed as the smallest stadium used in the NFL with a maximum seating capacity of 61,500.

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