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National Ballpark Museum

Tourist attraction Museum History museum

One of the Top rated Museums in Denver


Address

1940 Blake St, Denver, CO 80202, United States

Website

www.ballparkmuseum.com

Contact

+1 303-974-5835

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (244 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 11 am to 5 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 5 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am to 5 pm
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 11 am to 5 pm
  • Tuesday: 11 am to 5 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 5 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: baseball (30) museum (13) collection (12) history (10) memorabilia (7) Denver (7) love (7) Bruce (6) amazing (6) Coors (6)
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  • 5/5 L L. 10 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    I ❤️ this memorabilia museum! Bruce makes the experience personalized and tells amazing 📖s about #⚾️history. There are so many 😎 collectibles and different pieces to explore. It is something 🤩 to do downtown, especially if it’s ☔️🌧️… Cute 👕 👚 s too! XO ✌️😘
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bill H. 8 months ago on Google • 465 reviews
    What an amazing place! Gives a great historical look back at MLB stadiums built around the turn of the 20th century. Bruce, the owner, is great and has done a great job with this place. It is a 90-second walk from Coors Field in Denver.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 MysteriousHeadlines 9 months ago on Google • 184 reviews
    This is a small, but cute and quirky museum. It is full of all types of ball park treasures. The owner of the museum greeted us at the door, and gave us a little back story on some of the items. If you love baseball, you will love this museum. It felt like stepping into someone’s basement full of memorabilia, in a good way. Tickets are little on the expensive side $20 for adults and $10 for seniors. But all the money goes towards keeping this place open.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Paul G. 1 year ago on Google
    A small non-profit museum located yards from Coors Field, this hole in the wall is packed with extremely unique objects and memorabilia from ballparks that no longer exist and from legends of baseball. Like I said, it's not big so take a few laps around every room to make sure you see this wonderful collection.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 許家維 1 year ago on Google • 4 reviews
    This is a must visit in Denver. If you love baseball history and all kinds of old stuff, you should definitely support them and keep this wonderful place operating. Bruce used to own these collections. He is very knowledgeable and welcoming. It is really close to the Coors field so you can have some idea about how the Rockies evolved before you go to a game or join a tour.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John M. 1 year ago on Google
    MAGICAL! An absolute must for any baseball fan or historian. His personal collection is EXTRAORDINARY: - Rotunda light from Ebbets. - Seat from the Polo Grounds. - Arched window from Forbes. - Flag from Wrigley. - Light from Crosley (first night game). - Jimmy Fund Box from Fenway. - Nameplate from Griffith. - Turnstile from Sportsman's. - Sign from Shibe/Connie Mack. Bruce Hellerstein, the owner/curator, was working the door. Our conversation was incredible. I CANNOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE ENOUGH.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Melody W. 2 years ago on Google
    I think it would be good if you were into baseball. There is accessibility issues for sure, I would not recommend someone who is blind, wheelchair bound, or a very heavy person to come here. There is simply no room for a wheelchair, there are no audio guides for the blind and it would be difficult to navigate as a blind individual. There are also allot of smaller squeezes so if you are a very large individual you may feel cramped, claustrophobic, or simply have issues getting through parts of the museum. Overall I would say it’s a good option if you like baseball. But if you know nothing at all about baseball you probably won’t get anything out of it. Ideas: - make it a little bit more accessible - add a few more signs for people to read possibly explaining the history of baseball.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 William B. 1 year ago on Google
    An incredible collection of baseball artifacts and memorabilia, truly one of a kind! Super accessible and easy to tour. Matthew was very helpful and knowledgeable. Just like taking a trip back in time 100 years ago to the origins of the game, such a cool museum!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Steve W. 2 years ago on Google
    A “must see” when in Denver. Only 2 blocks from Coors Field and certainly walkable from Union Station when taking the train into downtown. Artifacts from stadiums of the 16 franchises that made up MLB up through the 50s. Very nice and knowledgeable staff as well!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brandy B. 2 years ago on Google
    I could write a book on how wonderful this museum is and all of the amazing treasures it holds! Please if you are in Denver, go visit this gem! The staff loved to talk baseball and the tidbits of information we learned were so much fun!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eduardo P. 5 months ago on Google • 170 reviews
    A must for baseball fans. Located a short walk from Coors Field. This is a unique curated collection of baseball memorabilia and antiques. Highly recommend for baseball fans!

  • 5/5 MGD 7 months ago on Google • 117 reviews
    Although Smaller than I had Anticipated, The National Ballpark Museum is a Great Visit for even a Casual Baseball Fan.

  • 2/5 Josh S. 7 months ago on Google • 55 reviews
    The term national is loosely used here. Alot of baseball history packed away in a small condo. Im sure he has more but not enough space. Group was planning on going to the game tonight but now after this we aren’t...transportation museum was worth the money tho.

  • 5/5 mary k. 5 months ago on Google • 26 reviews
    If you are interested in the history of baseball and the original 14 ball parks, then this is a must. Don't be deceived by the small storefront, this collection is quite large. If you are a casual baseball fan you can find something of interest here. Memorabilia from the first night game, seats from old stadiums, uniforms, autographs, and lots of history. The founder is extremely knowledgeable and very engaged. We had a great conversation with him covering a wide range of topics. I highly recommend a stop here. Conveniently located near Coors Field.

  • 5/5 Ryan L. 8 months ago on Google • 19 reviews
    Loved this place. As an avid baseball fan, this place takes you back in time. Looks like it's time for a bigger space though. A must see for baseball fans old and new.

  • 5/5 Christopher H. 2 months ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    Bruce made the experience even better by giving us many stories about the different items in there. If you’re any sort of sports fan, it’s a must see! Easily one of the best museums I’ve been to.

  • 5/5 Matthew P. 1 year ago on Google
    Great collection! Worth a stop for any baseball fan. The staff at the museum are extremely friendly and knowledgeable. The happily answered all of my questions about the exhibits, traded baseball stories with me and even gave me an in depth lesson on the history of the minor league system. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 nater 1. 1 year ago on Google
    If you love baseball you will love the collection of baseball history between cards, tickets, programs of major games you will love this experience.

  • 5/5 Craig H. 1 year ago on Google
    Incredible collection of items from baseball stadiums and teams dating back over 100 years. Best collection of minor league Denver Bears uniforms and Denver baseball history memorabilia you will ever come across. Bruce the owner is very engaging and an excellent tour guide. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Jorge C. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is amazing I never knew thier was this much baseball history in Colorado the collection that they have is astonishing and we're amazing any baseball fan that goes. Also the gift shop of signed goods and old memorabilia is amazing. Ps.. thank you guys so much for the Troy tulowitzki signed baseball and the 1995 opening day ticket stub art.

  • 5/5 Kevin F. 10 months ago on Google
    Fun little museum. Seems to be the owners private collection, but it's very extensive. We went with a 4 year old and a 2 year old and they were a too young to appreciate it. Friendly staff.

  • 5/5 Anthony D. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing collection of pennants, photos, turnstiles, old uniforms, postcards you name it. Great Forbes Field stuff for this Yinzer to peruse. For anyone who loves the old ballparks this place is a must see.

  • 5/5 Robert R. 1 year ago on Google
    Great little museum, and the owners love of baseball was infectious. I only wish I had more one on one time with him to talk about items on display. Great experience, a must see for baseball fans.

  • 5/5 Juliette V. 9 months ago on Google
    Great place to visit! My baseball fans loved it! The owner was very nice and informative.

  • 4/5 Lizzie B. 2 years ago on Google
    LOTS to see and learn at this museum telling the stories of the original ballparks. Pretty small space with almost every available space being used. It was definitely a cool place to check out on our Denver trip. They have upped their price from $5 to $10.


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