THE MUSEUM

Once inside the Museum, your cherished memories will come flooding back – whether you are 10 years old or 70 years old, a casual fan or a fanatic.

EXPLORE OUR EXHIBITS

Across our three floors of exhibit space, you will experience baseball history through artifacts on display, which showcase the important moments on the field as well as the game's monumental impact on our society. 

FIRST FLOOR

Hall of Fame Art Gallery

THE ART OF BASEBALL

Original works of art - paintings, sculptures and renderings - celebrate the game. 

SCRIBES AND MIKEMEN exhibit

SCRIBES AND MIKEMEN

Celebrate the legendary storytellers, broadcasters and writers who bring baseball into our lives. 

baseball at the movies exhibit

BASEBALL AT THE MOVIES

Enjoy the combination of two American passionsthat have thrilled audiences since the dawn of moving pictures. 

SANDLOT KIDS' CLUBHOUSE

SANDLOT KIDS' CLUBHOUSE

Young aspiring Hall of Famers, ages 4-10, can experience unique activites. 

SECOND FLOOR

BASEBALL TIMELINE: 1900 - 1960

BASEBALL TIMELINE: 1900 - 1960

Learn about the history of the game from 1900 - 1960. 

THIRD FLOOR

YOUR TEAM TODAY exhibit

YOUR TEAM TODAY

Modern game-used artifacts from every major league team are presented in 30 lockers. 

ONLINE EXHIBITS

Explore baseball history from the comfort of your home. 

Featured Story

History of the Museum

Cooperstown has become a synonym for “baseball” – thanks to a story about a Civil War general and the country’s love for a timeless game.

COLLECTIONS

Each item – the bats, baseballs, gloves, spikes and uniforms – tells an important story about the game’s history. But the collection is also broad and deep, documenting both the game on the field and its impact on American culture. It may be art, books, baseball cards or photographs that bring your memories of the game to life.

EDUCATION

Our educational programs include public events that promote discussion and interaction among generations in the Museum; programs that provide K-12 students and teachers interactive and meaningful learning experiences that align with national learning standards in Cooperstown, online and in their communities; and a robust lineup of virtual programs for diverse audiences.  

LIBRARY AND RESEARCH CENTER

The library is the foremost repository of baseball information, in all formats, in the world. Founded in 1939 along with the Hall itself, the library is a specialized research facility whose collections and services are available to all. 

COLLECTIONS

Each item – the bats, baseballs, gloves, spikes and uniforms – tells an important story about the game’s history. But the collection is also broad and deep, documenting both the game on the field and its impact on American culture. It may be art, books, baseball cards or photographs that bring your memories of the game to life.

EDUCATION

Our educational programs include public events that promote discussion and interaction among generations in the Museum; programs that provide K-12 students and teachers interactive and meaningful learning experiences that align with national learning standards in Cooperstown, online and in their communities; and a robust lineup of virtual programs for diverse audiences.  

LIBRARY AND RESEARCH CENTER

The library is the foremost repository of baseball information, in all formats, in the world. Founded in 1939 along with the Hall itself, the library is a specialized research facility whose collections and services are available to all.