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DICK ALLEN AND DAVE PARKER ELECTED TO HALL OF FAME
Allen, a seven-time All-Star and two-time home run champion, and Parker, a two-time batting champion and the owner of two World Series rings, earned election to the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday, Dec. 8, via the Classic Baseball Era Committee process.
Parker was named on 14 of 16 ballots and Allen on 13 of 16 ballots as the only candidates to reach the 75-percent threshold necessary for election.
Allen and Parker will be joined in the Hall of Fame Class of 2025 by any electees who emerge from the Baseball Writers’ Association of America voting, which will be announced on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
HALL OF FAME WEEKEND 2025
The eyes of the baseball world will be focused on Cooperstown July 25-28, with the legends of the game in town to see history unfold during Hall of Fame Weekend.
The Class of 2025 will be inducted Sunday, July 27 on the grounds of the Clark Sports Center. Dick Allen and Dave Parker were elected by the Classic Baseball Era Committee on Dec. 8. Allen and Parker will be joined in the Class of 2025 by any electees who emerge from the Baseball Writers’ Association of America voting, which will be announced on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
Thomas Boswell and Tom Hamilton will be honored with the BBWAA Career Excellence Award and the Ford C. Frick Award, respectively, during Hall of Fame Weekend.
MEMBERS ENJOY SPECIAL HALL OF FAME WEEKEND BENEFITS
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Free admission to the Museum
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Early access to the Museum on Saturday and Sunday
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A free copy of the Commemorative Hall of Fame Weekend Program
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Reserved seating for the Induction Ceremony for Contributor, President’s Circle and Benefactor Members
HALL OF FAME WEEKEND 2025 EVENTS
The Class of 2025 will be inducted Sunday, July 27 at 1:30 p.m. on the grounds of the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown.
Always a Hall of Fame Weekend favorite, Ozzie Smith will return to Cooperstown with his Hall of Fame friends to host Turn Two with Ozzie. This unique event, taking place on Friday, July 25, will support the Museum’s Education Program.
The Awards Presentation will take place at 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 26.
BBWAA Career Excellence Award winner Thomas Boswell and Ford C. Frick Award winner Tom Hamilton will be recognized at the Glimmerglass Festival, located just north of the Village of Cooperstown. The event takes place in the Alice Busch Opera Theater.
A chance to see the game’s legends up close, the Hall of Fame Parade of Legends returns to Cooperstown at 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 26.
Class of 2025 inductees will share memories in a live recording of The Road to Cooperstown podcast on Monday, July 28 at 10:30 a.m., at Doubleday Field.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
IS THE MUSEUM OPEN?
The Museum maintains the following Hall of Fame Weekend hours: Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Monday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Advance tickets are not necessary but are recommended. For Hall of Fame Members, doors open at 8 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. As always, Hall of Fame Members receive free admission.
WHEN IS THE INDUCTION CEREMONY HELD?
The Class of 2025 will be inducted Sunday, July 27 on the grounds of the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown. The Ceremony will begin at 1:30. Those attending are advised to arrive early.
WHERE IS THE INDUCTION CEREMONY HELD?
The Sunday, July 27, Induction Ceremony will take place on the grounds outside of the Clark Sports Center, which is located on lower Susquehanna Avenue, just one mile south of the Hall of Fame.
DO I NEED A TICKET TO ATTEND THE CEREMONY?
Lawn seating for the event is unlimited and free of charge. A blanket or lawn chair is recommended for comfortable viewing.
Reserved seating is available for Contributor, President’s Circle and Benefactor Level Museum Members.
HOW LONG IS THE CEREMONY?
The Induction Ceremony historically lasts two hours.
WHERE CAN I PARK?
Three trolley lots, located just outside the village limits and color-coded in red, blue and yellow, are available for those visitors in the immediate Cooperstown village area. Parking in these lots is free, and a trolley ticket good for unlimited daily transportation costs $5, payable by cash only on the trolley. The trolley service will operate from 8:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Parking spots in these lots are limited. Trolleys will run only from the lots to regular stops in the village. Only the Blue Lot Trolley will run to and from the Induction site. The Hall of Fame will provide free shuttle buses from the corner of Main and Fair streets to the Induction site, with continuous service from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and then resuming at the conclusion of the Induction Ceremony. Shuttles will not run during the Induction Ceremony.
Two special paid parking lots will be available only on Sunday, July 27. These lots are located adjacent to the Blue Trolley Lot at 172 Linden Avenue (paid lot is Cy Young Lot) and on Route 33 just east of the Induction Site (paid lot is the Hank Aaron Lot). Trolley service extends to the Cy Young Lot but neither Trolley nor bus service extends to the Hank Aaron Lot.
Map is subject to change
WHAT ABOUT THE WEATHER?
As the weather in Cooperstown can be warm in July, it is recommended that visitors bring a cap and sunscreen.
The Ceremony is held rain or shine, unless severe weather forces the cancellation of the event.
CAN I PURCHASE HALL OF FAME MERCHANDISE AT THE INDUCTION?
Merchandise, including the 2025 Induction Program, apparel and collectibles are available for purchase at the Induction site.
You can also shop at the Museum's online store.
ARE FOOD AND BEVERAGES AVAILABLE AT THE INDUCTION SITE?
Refreshments are sold at the site.
CAN I BRING A BACKPACK OR OTHER BAG TO THE CEREMONY?
Clear bags are recommended. All bags are subject to search.
ARE THERE INTERPRETERS FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED?
Professional interpreters will be provided for the hearing impaired.
ARE SERVICE ANIMALS ALLOWED AT THE INDUCTION CEREMONY?
Service dogs are welcome at the Induction Ceremony. All service dogs must remain on a leash or harness at all times.
ARE PETS ALLOWED AT THE INDUCTION CEREMONY?
Pets and emotional support animals are not permitted at the Induction Ceremony.
CAN I FLY A DRONE AT THE CEREMONY?
Drone flights are prohibited.
ARE THERE SHUTTLES TO THE INDUCTION SITE?
The Hall of Fame will provide free shuttle buses from the corner of Main and Fair streets to the Induction site on Sunday, July 27, with continuous service from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and then resuming at the conclusion of the Induction Ceremony. Shuttles will not run during the Induction Ceremony.
IS ACCESSIBLE PARKING AND SEATING AVAILABLE FOR THE INDUCTION CEREMONY?
Accessible seating is available for the 2025 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. To enquire about accessible seating please contact the Membership Department at (607) 547-0397.
ADA accessible parking will be available on Saturday, July 26, on Fair Street (Main Street to Lake Street), Main Street (Fair Street to River Street) and on Church Street.
Accessible parking is available on Sunday, July 27, for the Induction Ceremony. Accessible parking is located at the Cooperstown High School, 39 Linden Ave, Cooperstown, NY 13326.
No special parking pass is required to utilize the accessible parking lot. Any State-issued ADA Pass will be allowed. Shuttles will transport from this location to the Induction site beginning at 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. No shuttles will run during the ceremony. At the conclusion of the ceremony shuttles will resume operation until all are returned to Cooperstown High School. Please be patient with this process as traffic may be a factor in shuttles returning to the lot in a timely manner.
TRAVEL PACKAGES
The Museum has teamed up with Sports Travel and Tours to offer baseball fans a one-stop opportunity to purchase Hall of Fame Weekend travel packages. For more information or to plan a trip to Cooperstown, please call 1-888-310-HALL (4255). Membership participants receive a 5% discount on all their baseball travel packages.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
The memories you’ll make here will last a lifetime. Awed by priceless artifacts. Moved by stories and triumphs that inspired and united a nation. Find your way to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, and you’ll make history of your own.
PLAN A HALL OF FAME WEEKEND GROUP VISIT
Our dedicated Sales Team is ready to help you plan the perfect group visit.
TRAVEL PACKAGES
The Museum has teamed up with Sports Travel and Tours to offer baseball fans a one-stop opportunity to purchase Hall of Fame Weekend travel packages. For more information or to plan a trip to Cooperstown, please call 1-888-310-HALL (4255). Membership participants receive a 5% discount on all their baseball travel packages.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
The memories you’ll make here will last a lifetime. Awed by priceless artifacts. Moved by stories and triumphs that inspired and united a nation. Find your way to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, and you’ll make history of your own.
PLAN A HALL OF FAME WEEKEND GROUP VISIT
Our dedicated Sales Team is ready to help you plan the perfect group visit.