This Day in Sports History: The Astrodome Opens

On April 9, 1965, the Astrodome opened its doors as the first multipurpose domed stadium in major sports. The Astros would play their home games at the

On April 9, 1965, the Astrodome opened its doors as the first multipurpose domed stadium in major sports. The Astros would play their home games at the venerable field until 1999.