The building's exterior is primarily nondescript concrete, but its entry plaza was recognizable for the large "War Eagle" statue which faced not only the rest of the university, but also nearby Jordan–Hare Stadium.

The architect of the building was Sherlock, Smith & Adams of Montgomery, who also designed Garrett Coliseum.

The state supplied the majority of the funds, with the federal government, the university and an athletics department pledge drive making up the rest of the $6,033,597 needed.

[5] Auburn's men's wrestling team competed at Memorial Coliseum until the program ended in 1981.

[7] Auburn University also used the Coliseum to distribute a booster vaccination in 2021 to those who couldn't get an appointment at pharmacies.

[13] Sources:[14][15][16][17] In 1988, American funk-metal band, Living Colour released their single Cult of Personality.

In May 1973, Muhammad Ali gave a speech at the Coliseum in which he said "It is refreshing to see so many people of all nationalities and races all here in unity in a place like Alabama.