#GoingDeep: The Legend of Jim Thorpe
Pulitzer Prize winning author David Maraniss visited Cooperstown in August 2022 to speak about his latest book "Path Lit by Lightning: The Life of Jim Thorpe."
Stories of Black baseball
Stories that highlight the lives and experiences of Black ballplayers through key moments in history, artifacts and baseball cards.
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Doby blazed trails on, off field
On June 30, 1978, Larry Doby became the second Black manager in AL/HL history.
2023 Ford C. Frick Award Ballot
The winner of the 2023 Ford C. Frick Award will be announced Dec. 7.
Hodges’ big day sparks World Series comeback
On Oct. 5, 1956, Gil Hodges became the second player to go 3-for-3 with two walks and four RBI in a World Series game, helping the Dodgers to the second-largest World Series comeback.
#CardCorner: 1987 Topps Howard Johnson
Howard Johnson was considered one of the best all-around offensive players in the game for a time during his career in the 1980s and '90s.
Explore the Incredible Stories of the National Pastime with ‘Baseball Memories and Dreams’
New book from the Baseball Hall of Fame and Mango Publishing features the best writing from the official magazine of the Hall of Fame.
Museum to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Roberto Clemente’s 3,000th Hit
Free screening of film ‘Chasing 3000’ in Museum’s Grandstand Theater.
#CardCorner: 1990 Topps José Rijo
At one point he was the youngest pitcher in the majors. He also earned World Series MVP honors. José Rijo's career saw him struggle, succeed and battle injuries during a 14-year career.
New Hall of Famer Jim Kaat returns to Cooperstown in support of Pathfinder Village
Class of 2022 inductee served as celebrity host for Sept. 19 event.
Shilpa Ketharaju Named Hall of Fame’s Vice President, Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer
Begins new role Sept. 20.
Hartnett’s Homer in the Gloamin’ powered Cubs to 1938 NL pennant
Gabby Hartnett's Sept. 28, 1938 walk-off home run propelled the Cubs into first place in the final days of the season.
#CardCorner: 1981 Topps Dave Kingman
During his 16 years in the big leagues, Dave Kingman was one of the top home run hitters of his era.
Gwynn swipes five bags to match NL record
Tony Gwynn stole five bases in a game on Sept. 20, 1986 to tie the modern NL record.
Museum Offers Weekly In-Depth Look at Baseball’s Memorable Moments through Friday Focus
New in-Museum programming, included with regular admission, provides guests with concentrated views of Hall of Fame exhibits, artifacts.
Hall of Fame’s Picturing America’s Pastime Exhibit Opens Sept. 10 in Fullerton, Calif.
Traveling photo exhibition runs through Dec. 31 at Fullerton Museum Center.
#CardCorner: 1978 Topps Tony Armas
During his 14-year big league career, Tony Armas had a front-row seat for history with memorable teams in Oakland and Boston.
Vance invincible down the stretch in 1925
At 34 years old, Dazzy Vance was the unquestioned king of the mound for the Dodgers in 1924-25.