Description: Houston Astros Play Baseball Inside the Famous Astrodome Stadium, Houston, TexasAstros Baseball in The Astrodome in Houston, Texas "World's First Domed Stadium"The NRG Astrodome, also known as the Houston Astrodome or simply the Astrodome, is the world's first multi-purpose, domed sports stadium, located in Houston, Texas. It was financed and assisted in development by Roy Hofheinz, mayor of Houston and known for pioneering modern stadiums. Construction on the stadium began in 1962, and it officially opened in 1965. It served as home to the Houston Astros of Major League Baseball (MLB) from its opening until 1999, and the home to the Houston Oilers of the National Football League (NFL) from 1968 until 1996, and also the part-time home of the Houston Rockets of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1971 until 1975. Additionally, the Astrodome was the primary venue of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo from 1966 until 2002. When opened, it was named the Harris County Domed Stadium and was nicknamed the "Eighth Wonder of the World". Tenants:Houston Astros (MLB) 1965–99Houston Cougars (NCAA) 1965–97Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo 1966–2002Houston Stars (USA/NASL) 1967–68Houston Oilers (AFL/NFL) 1968–96Bluebonnet Bowl (NCAA) 1968–84, 1987Houston Rockets (NBA) 1971–75Houston Texans (WFL) 1974Houston Hurricane (NASL) 1978–80Houston Gamblers (USFL) 1984–85Houston Bowl (NCAA) 2000–01Houston Energy (WPFL) 2002–06 FREE SHIPPING anywhere in the United States. Shipping Worldwide is $1.65 for up to five (5) postcards. "I strive to deliver 5-star customer service" PLEASE view pictures of this item in upper left for condition and for any flaws or concerns that may exist. Please contact me before you bid if you have any questions. This wonderful postcard is a great addition to any collection. Postcard measures 4 1/8 x 5 7/8 inches. PLEASE read carefully the description, conditions, and cost BEFORE you bid. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me. Thank you for your interest. Your bid is an acceptance of the above terms and conditions. Good Luck and Thank You for your interest.
Price: 7.99 USD
Location: Dayton, Ohio
End Time: 2025-02-01T11:54:18.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Continent: North America
Theme: Sports
Region: Texas
Country: USA
Type: Printed (Lithograph)
Features: Astrodome Stadium
Subject: "The Eighth Wonder of the World"
Postage Condition: Unposted
Postcard Measurement: 4 1/8 x 5 7/8 inches
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
City: Houston
Photographer: David Damiani
Brand/Publisher: McGrew Color Graphics Postcard
Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present)
