Jean K. Freeman Aquatic Center
One of the nation's best aquatic facilities.
At 73,000 square feet, the University of Minnesota's Jean K. Freeman Aquatic Center houses the Dorothy L. Sheppard Pool with eight 50-meter lanes ranging from 7 feet to 7 feet, 10 inches in depth with a movable bulkhead. The separate diving well features a pair of 1- and 3-meter spring boards, as well as 1-, 5-, 7.5- and 10-meter diving platforms.
Standard Seating Capacity: 1,350 spectators and up to 1,200 competitors
Open Date: 1990
Total Event Spaces: 13 (connected to the University's recreation and wellness center, RecWell)
Past Events Hosted: 2014 NCAA Women's Swimming & Diving Championships, 2018 NCAA Men's Swimming & Diving Championships, 2023 NCAA Men's Swimming & Diving Championships