DISCOVER HISTORY

Stories from baseball's rich history are constantly being added to keep you connected to the game you love. 

Celebrate Women’s History Month with Stories, Programs at Hall of Fame

Free resource kits available for schools.

Cooperstown Central School Hosting Leadership Training Program for Area High School Athletes

Students from 60 school districts to participate in one-day seminar March 6 at Clark Sports Center; educators to experience Hall of Fame education curriculum.

#CardCorner: 1989 Donruss Tom Gordon

One of the top prospects in the game in the late 1980s, Tom Gordon found success as a starter and reliever during his 21-year big league career.

Alston, Kell elected as members of Class of 1983

Alston, who won four World Series as manager of the Dodgers, and Kell, a 10-time All-Star at third base, were elected by the Veterans Committee on March 10, 1983.

#CardCorner: 1992 Donruss Juan Guzmán

Juan Guzmán excelled on baseball's biggest stages while helping the Blue Jays win back-to-back World Series titles.

Perry signs with Mariners in quest of 300th win

The Mariners signed Gaylord Perry on March 5, 1982, as he closed on in a milestone win.

Centennial Celebration in Cooperstown included legendary Black baseball squads

In 1939, Doubleday Field played host to a historic game between the Cuban Stars and Mohawk Giants.

World Class Bobblehead Collection to be Featured in New Museum Exhibit Getting the Nod

Jeffrey Loria Collection to debut Memorial Day Weekend in Cooperstown along with new Hall of Fame Film Series.

#CardCorner: 1990 Topps Mike Devereaux

One of the greatest amateur athletes to come from Wyoming, Mike Devereaux became one of baseball's best all-around center fielders in the 1990s and helped the Braves win the 1995 World Series title.

Black Baseball Programs, Artifacts Highlight Winter Break Week at Museum

Hall of Fame offers special daily events for the whole family Feb. 17-21.

Cap Selections Announced for Class of 2025

Dick Allen, Dave Parker, CC Sabathia, Ichiro Suzuki and Billy Wagner to be inducted July 27 in Cooperstown.

#CardCorner: 1981 Donruss Luis Pujols

Luis Pujols got to the big leagues on the strength of his behind-the-plate defense and later made history as a trailblazing manager.

Maddux enjoys late-career reunion with Cubs

Greg Maddux bolstered his already exemplary Cooperstown case when he returned to Chicago on Feb. 18, 2004.

#CardCorner: 1985 Donruss Billy Hatcher

A postseason hero for both the Astros and the Reds, Billy Hatcher set a World Series batting average record for Cincinnati in 1990 that may never be broken.

Jeter shocked the game with retirement announcement

On Feb. 12, 2014, the Yankees captain announced his 20th season would be his last.

The Hall of Fame remembers former Commissioner Fay Vincent

Fay Vincent, who passed away Feb. 1, 2025, is remembered for his support of the Hall of Fame extending beyond his tenure as Commissioner.