The Baseball Hall of Fame opened on 6/12/39

I have been to the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown twice – in 1965 and in 1988. If you take children, I recommend waiting until they are old enough that the Hall has memorabilia and plaques for players they remember. In 1965, Ted Williams wasn’t even in the Hall. I had never seen any of these guys play. I enjoyed it much more in 1988.

The National Baseball Hall of Fame held its first induction, June 12, 1939. pic.twitter.com/xPx8vQulTB
— Baseball In Pics (@baseballinpix) June 12, 2022

Today In 1939: Legendary players pose at the new Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY – (seated) Eddie Collins, Babe Ruth, Connie Mack & Cy Young (standing) Honus Wagner, Grover Cleveland Alexander, Tris Speaker, Nap Lajoie, George Sisler & Walter Johnson #HOF #MLB #History pic.twitter.com/4eM3OsMFST
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Is this one colorized?

On this date in 1939, we officially opened our doors in Cooperstown as baseball – and the nation – celebrated.

We're feeling fine at 83! pic.twitter.com/jvzHtUshOH
— National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum ⚾ (@baseballhall) June 12, 2022

Today In 1939: Amazing footage of the Grand Opening of The Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York! #HOF #MLB #Baseball #History pic.twitter.com/fCFTQuOaYn
— Baseball by BSmile (@BSmile) June 12, 2022