Newman Arena: New York
Newman Arena
F.R. Newman Arena
Location Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853
Opened January 6, 1990
Owner Cornell University
Operator Cornell University
Tenants
Cornell University Big Red (Basketball & volleyball)
Seats
4,472
Newman Arena is a 4,473-seat multi-purpose arena at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, located in Bartels Hall, which is adjacent to Lynah Rink. It is home to the Cornell Big Red basketball and volleyball teams. It opened in January of 1990, replacing Barton Hall, which was remodeled to become a full-time indoor track venue. It was named for the late F.R. Newman, Class of 1912, a major benefactor to the university.