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Which was the first baseball stadium to have a roof over its playing field?
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The Astrodome, built in Houston, Texas, was the world's first multi-purpose domed stadium. When it opened, it was named the Harris County Domed Stadium. The Astrodome hosted the Houston Astros (MLB), the Houston Oilers (NFL), The Houston Rockets (NBA), and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
The Astrodome also became the first major sports venue to feature artificial turf.
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