Explore Baltimore: Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum

July 3rd, 2017 by WLOY Staff

What: Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum

Where: 216 Emory St

When: Hours

You know his name, you know the legend, but you have to come to the Babe Ruth Birthplace to know his whole, inspiring story. Called a must-see for baseball fans, this museum honoring the Great Bambino is located in his childhood home, showcasing some of his most meaningful memorabilia, like his bat from the 1927 season. Learn about what it was like for Babe to grow up in Baltimore, how he became such an amazing player, how he balanced his career and his family, and how his legend lives on through TV. By the end of you day, you’ll be able to write a book on the Great Bambino!

The fun at the Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum doesn’t stop there though. The museum honors Babe’s passion for baseball by celebrating the sport itself through several of its exhibits. Check out the 500 Home Run Club, complete with jerseys and memorabilia for the featured players. Love the history of the sport more? Then check out the exhibit, O Say Can You See: The Star Spangled Banner in Sports, which explores our anthem’s place in sports and honors the War of 1812 in a film. With all these great exhibits, your love of baseball OR Babe won’t be let down at the Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum.