A People’s Journey, A Nation’s Story
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Celebrating Jackie
Commemorating the 75th Anniversary of Jackie Robinson’s Major League Debut
Jackie Robinson's Jersey is Now on Display
To commemorate the historic moment of Major League Baseball integrating 75 years ago, Jackie Robinson’s jersey – one of approximately five known to have been worn by the baseball icon – will remain on view until May 1.
Celebration of Jackie Robinson Day
Join us for a live panel conversation on Friday, April 15 to discuss how this moment has had considerable impact on the American landscape of sports.
Featured Exhibition
Sports: Leveling the Playing Field
Sports matter far beyond the playing fields. Though historically denied opportunities to compete at the highest levels, African American athletes have recorded impressive achievements and also utilized sports to fight for greater rights and freedoms.
Robinson’s debut as the first African American in Major League Baseball was a catalyst for not only the integration of sports, but for larger movements that advocated for civil rights and equality for African Americans. Damion Thomas Sports Curator
