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Venues
Welsh-Ryan Arena

Welsh-Ryan Arena

2705 Ashland Ave, Evanston, IL 60208

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History

Formerly known as

McGaw Memorial Hall1952–1983
McGaw Hall

via MusicBrainz

On stage

Artists who've played Welsh-Ryan Arena

SOPHIE

SOPHIE

1 appearance

Walking distance

Other venues nearby

Within 10 km of Welsh-Ryan Arena.

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Recent Shows at Welsh-Ryan Arena

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