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National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum

National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is a history museum in Cooperstown, New York. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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What is National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum?

The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is a history museum and hall of fame in Cooperstown, New York, operated by a private foundation. It serves as the central collection and gathering space for the history of baseball in the United States displaying baseball-related artifacts and exhibits, honoring those who have excelled in playing, managing, and serving the sport. The Hall's motto is "Preserving History, Honoring Excellence, Connecting Generations". Cooperstown is often used as shorthand for the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. The museum also established and manages the process for honorees into the Hall of Fame.

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Museum details

Name
National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
Type
History Museum
City
Cooperstown
State
New York
Website
http://baseballhall.org/
IMLS Museum ID
8403601285
Coordinates
42.70031, -74.92401
What kind of museum is National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum?

National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is classified as a history museum in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more history museums →

Where is National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum located?

National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is located in Cooperstown, New York at approximately 42.70031, -74.92401. See the map above.

Does National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://baseballhall.org/. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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