The Legacy of Jackie Robinson

Seventy-seven years ago this year, Jackie Robinson made history for the Brooklyn Dodgers – helping fulfill baseball’s destiny as America’s National Pastime. On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson became the first player to break through the color barrier in the National League.

Learn more about History of Baseball and Civil Rights in America

All events are included with museum admission.

All Day: Black History Self Guided Tour

A self-guided experience highlighting artifacts significant to Black baseball.

1:00 pm-2:00 pm: Jackie Robinson Pop-Up in the Learning Center

This interactive Pop-Up is in celebration of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier. This pop-up experience will explore images and hands-on items from the Hall of Fame’s education and museum collections that tell the story of Jackie Robinson.