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Caesars Superdome, opened in 1975 as the Louisiana Superdome, was built in New Orleans as a monumental multi-purpose stadium after efforts in the 1960s to secure an NFL franchise for the city. Backed by David Dixon, Pete Rozelle, and Governor John McKeithen, it became the world’s largest fixed domed structure and a defining civic landmark designed for sports and major public events. It has hosted the New Orleans Saints, the Sugar Bowl, Bayou Classic, NBA basketball, and a record eight Super Bowls as of 2025. After serving as a shelter during Hurricane Katrina and suffering major damage, it reopened in 2006 as a powerful symbol of the city’s endurance.
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