Inside the historic Dorton Arena at Night (State Fairgrounds Raleigh, NC)
Not only is this a historic structure, but it also was a Southern wrestling mecca (Mid Atlantic NWA), former home of the Raleigh Bullfrogs and Raleigh Icecaps, and current home to roller derby and many concerts during the North Carolina State Fair. Oh yeah, Led Zeppelin played here in 1970!
Dorton Arena
Follow the journey of this architectural wonder, from a simple concept drawing to a world-renowned icon of the NC State Fair and practical design innovation.
Big Time Wrestling Dorton arena Raleigh NC
Wrestling event in Raleigh with my brother and nephew. We had an awesome time. No this isn't reef related. I know.
Dorton Arena
The J.S. Dorton Arena was built to serve agriculture, industry, commerce and the general welfare of North Carolina. It has earned an international reputation since its construction in 1951. The building is ideal for concerts, trade shows, athletic events, circuses, speakers, graduations and more. The suspended roof eliminates any necessity for structural steel supports and presents no view obstructions from any seat. The exterior walls are constructed of tinted, glare-reducing glass. The two lobbies are on the ground level. The arena floor provides 25,000 square feet. Restrooms, dressing rooms and storage areas are also available.
In 1972, Dorton Arena was named a National Historic Monument. In 2002, the building celebrated 50 years of serving Raleigh and was named a National Architectural and National Civil Engineering Monument. For more information on this historic building, go to ncstatefair.org/facilities/DortonHistory.htm.
Dorton Arena Construction, filmed by William Deitrick
For more on Dorton Arena, see ncmodernist.org/nowicki.htm. Fast forward to 2:00 to skip past movies of William Deitrick's dog.
Dorton Arena Laser Mapping Tests
In late 2017, I had an opportunity to try some laser mapping projection on to a portion of the fabulous Dorton Arena in Raleigh, North Carolina. This is all done with just one laser projector.
Finale @ Big Time Wrestling, Dorton Arena, Raleigh, NC 9/23/2106
Killer promo at the end of the Big Time Wrestling show at Dorton Arena, Raleigh, NC 9/23/16.
Dorton ARENA
North Carolina State Fair
On the Roof of Dorton Arena
We were shooting a promo video on the roof of Dorton Arena and this is my video of the fun we had.
Chinese New Year Festival Dorton Arena Raleigh NC
Published on Feb 3, 2015
Chinese New Year Festival Dorton Arena Raleigh NC
Dorton Arena in High Wind
The world didn't end on December 21st, 2012. But it WAS really windy in Raleigh.
NC State Fair - Dorton Arena
Dorton Arena 1985
A Life changing afternoon
Joan Jett Light of Day Dorton Arena Raleigh Oct 26 2014
Joan Jett Light of Day Dorton Arena Oct 26 2014
CaRoc and G-Rugged Live at the Dorton Arena in Raleigh, NC for the Russ Parr Bus Tour 2009
CaRoc and G-Rugged Live at the Dorton Arena in Raleigh, NC for the Russ Parr Bus Tour 2009 performing their hit song, Monkey and Bananas.
Stu McLamb & Dan McGee Discuss the NC State Fair and Dorton Arena
Stuart McLamb (The Love Language) & Dan McGee (Spider Bags) Discussing the North Carolina State Fair and Dorton Arena
Raleigh, NC
10-23-15
KBJJ At Tapout Cancer Dorton Arena Sept. 8 2018
Video of the friends and competitors from Kinston Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at the Grappling For Good Tour, TapOut Cancer event at Dorton Arena in Raleigh, NC on Sept. 8th 2018
Top 5 Thursday Night Games in Carter Finley Stadium (2000-2019)
What You Waiting For? - Julianne Hough - Raleigh, NC
Julianne Hough performs What You Waiting For? at J.S. Dorton Arena during the North Carolina State Fair, Raleigh, NC on Wednesday, 21 October 2009. Rather poor video quality; camera was inexplicably set for 320x240 res. Sound quality is pretty good. This is a terrific new song co-written by Julianne and Chuck Wicks.