Scorecard from Babe Ruth’s debut preserved at Museum
Babe Ruth first appeared in a big league game on July 11, 1914. A scorecard from that historic day at Fenway Park is a part of the Hall of Fame's collection.
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#Shortstops: Capping it off
The Hall of Fame’s collection contains many different color caps, such as a paisley Mariners’ cap and pink Astros headwear.
Ozzie Smith Hosts Hall of Fame Weekend Favorite PLAY Ball
2002 Hall of Fame Electee and Museum Education Ambassador joins special guests Cal Ripken Jr. and Jim Thome at the Museum’s Annual Education Fundraiser, July 22.
Relive Inductees’ Hall of Fame Weekend Journey at Legends of the Game Roundtable
Class of 2022 inductees Jim Kaat, Tony Oliva and David Ortiz to share memories on July 25 at Clark Sports Center.
#CardCorner: 1987 Topps Devon White
Devon White flashed his power and speed combination to make it to the big leagues.
#Shortstops: Amazin’ photo
It was Casey Stengel's animated personality and witty sense of humor that brought significant attention to the upstart New York Mets franchise.
#Shortstops: Real Clowning Around
A signed baseball by the Indianapolis Clowns is preserved in the Hall of Fame's collection.
#Shortstops: Doggone Delicious
The hot dog, now known as the iconic ballpark snack, didn't enter the scene until the late 1800s. From there, hot dogs have taken over the game.
Museum Hosts Screening of ‘The Kid Who Only Hit Homers’ July 9
Free showing of film based on beloved children’s book to be screened at 7 p.m. in Hall of Fame’s Grandstand Theater.
#Shortstops: A Shot in the Park
A pin given to patrons receiving the vaccine at Fenway Park shows future generations the unusual challenge baseball, and the entire world, faced during the pandemic.
#Shortstops: Guitar Man
The famous "Slugger" guitar used by John Fogerty is preserved in the Hall of Fame.
#Shortstops: Miggy’s Milestone
Miguel Cabrera's 500th home run helmet and 3,000th hit jersey made their way to the Hall of Fame.
Martínez fans five to win All-Star Game MVP
On July 13, 1999, Pedro Martínez authored a legendary performance at the All-Star Game.
#Shortstops: Look Good, Play Good
The Boston Red Sox chose to honor the annual Boston Marathon with a bright yellow wardrobe as their City Connect jersey on April 17, 2021.
Katie Krall brings history to Cooperstown
Katie Krall became the first on-field coach in Double-A history with the Portland Sea Dogs on April 30, 2022.
#Shortstops: King-sized pop-up
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum preserves the ball from the game that Dave Kingman "blasted through the drainage pipe."