Hilton Coliseum

Hilton Coliseum
Interactive map of Hilton Coliseum
LocationIowa State Center
Lincoln Way & University Boulevard
Ames, IA 50010
Coordinates42°01′16″N 93°38′05″W / 42.02101°N 93.634763°W / 42.02101; -93.634763
OwnerIowa State University
OperatorISU Athletic Department
Capacity15,000+ (concerts)
14,267 (2021–present)
14,384 (2013–2020)
14,376 (2011–2013)
14,356 (2007–2011)
14,092 (1998–2007)
14,020 (1971–1998)
SurfaceMulti-surface
Construction
GroundbreakingJune 16, 1968
OpenedDecember 2, 1971
Cost$8.165 million
($64.9 million in 2025 dollars)
ArchitectsCrites & McConnell
Brooks Borg & Skiles
General contractors
James Thompson & Sons
Tenant
Iowa State Cyclones (NCAA DI) (1971–present)

James H. Hilton Coliseum, is a 14,267-seat multi-purpose arena located in Ames, Iowa, United States. The arena opened in 1971. It is home to the Iowa State University Cyclones men's and women's basketball teams, wrestling, gymnastics and volleyball teams.