The auditorium was originally built in 1939 as a part of the Works Progress Administration.
Arena (formerly the 'Asheville Civic Center Arena' from 1974–2011) is the main arena/venue of the civic center.
Opened in 1974, the complex is home to an arena, auditorium, banquet hall and meeting rooms. Cellular Center and originally as the Asheville Civic Center Complex, is a multipurpose entertainment center, located in Asheville, North Carolina. The Harrah's Cherokee Center – Asheville, previously known as the U.S. Asheville Championship ( NCAA Basketball) (2021–present)
