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Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

Kansas City, Kansas

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HomeNorth AmericaUnited StatesKansas City, KansasDo & SeeNegro Leagues Baseball Museum

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum offers a powerful look into the history of Black baseball and the pioneering Negro Leagues, spanning from their formation in the 1920s to their integration into Major League Baseball. Visitors can explore rare memorabilia, historic photographs, interactive exhibits, and the renowned "Field of Legends," a life-size diorama featuring statues of legendary players.

Information

  • address1616 E 18th Street, Kansas City
  • emailinfo@nlbm.com
  • openingHoursTue–Sat 10am–5pm, Sun noon–5pm, Mon closed
  • phone+1 816 221 1920
  • websiteVisit website
  • facebookVisit website

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