The Ike Hamilton Expo Center is a 2,900-seat multipurpose, indoor arena located in West Monroe, Louisiana. It is used primarily for rodeos[1] and horse shows; however, in keeping with the arena's name, it can also be used for conventions, dog agility trials, monster truck rallies[2] and trade shows.[3] The arena contains 57,000 square feet (5,300 m2) of floor space. The arena also contains meeting rooms and concession facilities, as well as an adjacent horse barn with 510 stalls and two warm-up areas.[4]
Many events at Ike Hamilton Expo Center are free events. The exceptions are concerts, selected sporting events, and other paid admission events. The arena also derives its revenue from the nearby RV area. It takes two years for a typical event booked at the Ike to be held as scheduled, in contrast to most arenas.[citation needed]
The center was built under the administration of Mayor Dave Norris, who has held the office since 1978.[citation needed]
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editReferences
edit- ^ "Photos: Penning & Sorting show at the Ike". The News-Star. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
- ^ Tripp, Michelle (May 8, 2021). "Fun on four (massive) wheels". The News-Star. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
- ^ "Ike Hamilton Expo Center". Retrieved 2024-11-11.
- ^ "Ike Hamilton Exposition Center". Discover Monroe West Monroe. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
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