Today: Groundbreaking.
Mid-December: Foundation work begins in the Dome's back parking lot.
Mid-January 2014: Dome roof deflated.
February 2014: Dome demolition work begins.
2014 and 2015 seasons: Vikings will play at TCF Bank Stadium.
July 2016: Stadium opens.
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