The Checkerdome

A bold tribute to St. Louis hockey history The Checkerdome by Kyle Lucks captures the iconic energy of the St. Louis Arena, the original home of the Blues and one of the most storied venues in American sports. From 1967 to 1994, this building hosted legends, heartbreaks, and historic Stanley Cup matchups. With bold colorwork and an abstract nod to Ralston Purina’s red-and-white checkerboard logo, this piece honors the building fans still call “The Old Barn.” It's a nostalgic, electric tribute to a true St. Louis landmark. Inside the Art: The Story Behind The Checkerdome Before Enterprise Center, there was The Checkerdome, a gritty, unforgettable arena at the heart of St. Louis sports. Originally named the St. Louis Arena, this venue opened in 1929 and was, at one point, the second-largest indoor entertainment space in the U.S. It became home to the St. Louis Blues in 1967, witnessing decades of unforgettable moments and hosting three consecutive Stanley Cup Finals in the team’s first