Baseball is America’s pastime, and that’s because its deep roots in the nation’s culture are reflected in the historic stadiums. Here are some of the most historic baseball stadiums in the United States.
Fenway Park
Fenway Park is the oldest Major League Baseball stadium still in use, as it opened way back in 1912. Home to the Boston Red Sox, its iconic features, such as the Green Monster and Pesky’s Pole, have made it a landmark for baseball fans around the world.
Yankee Stadium
The original Yankee Stadium opened in 1923 and was the stage for countless historic moments. Since then, its modern replacement — which opened in 2009 — has carried on the team’s iconic legacy.
Oakland Coliseum
The Oakland Coliseum opened in 1966 and is known for its multi-purpose design. And, despite its age, it remains a symbol of Oakland’s baseball history.
Ebbets Field
Though demolished back in 1960, Ebbets Field remains one of baseball’s most cherished stadiums. Home to the Brooklyn Dodgers, it was actually the site of Jackie Robinson’s debut in 1947.
Polo Grounds
Another legendary but now-lost stadium, the Polo Grounds was home to the New York Giants and hosted historic moments like Willie Mays’s famous “The Catch” in the 1954 World Series.
Tiger Stadium
From 1912 to 1999, Tiger Stadium was home to the Detroit Tigers. Known for its intimate seating and towering right-field bleachers, it remains beloved by fans.
Busch Stadium
The original Busch Stadium, which was around until 2005, and its modern successor are both central to Cardinals history. The new stadium now offers breathtaking views of downtown St. Louis and the Gateway Arch.
Kauffman Stadium
Opened in 1973, Kauffman Stadium’s unique features, such as the iconic fountains beyond the outfield, make it one of baseball’s most visually distinctive stadiums.
Astrodome
Dubbed the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the Astrodome was the first domed stadium when it opened in 1965. Though no longer in use, its innovative design changed stadium architecture forever.
Wrigley Field
Built back in 1914, Wrigley Field is known for its ivy-covered outfield walls and hand-turned scoreboard. It truly is a shrine to baseball’s golden era.
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Dodger Stadium
Dodger Stadium, which opened in 1962, is the largest MLB stadium by seating capacity. And, because it’s been around so long, it’s hosted some of baseball’s most iconic moments.
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Rickwood Field
As the oldest professional baseball park still in existence, Rickwood Field (which opened in 1910), was once home to the Birmingham Barons and Black Barons of the Negro Leagues.
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Angel Stadium
Angel Stadium, which opened in 1966, is the fourth-oldest MLB stadium still in use. And, because it has been around so long, it has witnessed some major moments in baseball history.
