When did Green Bay voters approve the bond issue for Lambeau Field?
Green Bay voters approved a bond issue in April 1956 to finance the new stadium. The facility opened on the 29th of September 1957 with a cost of $960,000.
Questions about Lambeau Field
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What is the current seating capacity of Lambeau Field after expansions?
The 2013 south end zone expansion added 7,500 new seats to reach 80,750 capacity. This makes the facility the third-largest stadium in the NFL following these changes.
How does Lambeau Field handle cold weather and snow during winter games?
An underground electric heating system installed before the 1967 season failed to counter the cold front hitting Green Bay. The system was redone in 1997 using pipes filled with antifreeze solution instead of electric coils.
Who created the celebration known as the Lambeau Leap at this venue?
Safety LeRoy Butler spontaneously created the celebration known as the Lambeau Leap on the 26th of December 1993. He jumped into the end zone stands after scoring on a Reggie White fumble recovery lateral against the L.A. Raiders.
Which team has never won a regular-season game at Lambeau Field since its opening?
The Denver Broncos remain the only team that has never won a regular-season game at this venue. No other team holds an undefeated record against the Packers there anymore.