Lambeau Field was built in 1956 and officially opened on September 29, 1957, originally under the name City Stadium.

Quick Scoop

  • Construction began on October 11, 1956, after Green Bay approved funding for a modern, football-only stadium for the Packers.
  • The stadium opened on September 29, 1957, with the Packers defeating the Chicago Bears 21–17 in the inaugural game.
  • It was first called New City Stadium and was later renamed Lambeau Field in 1965 to honor Packers co-founder Curly Lambeau.

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