FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Historic Richmond Town announces New Exhibition: "Discover Greatness: An Illustrated History of Negro Leagues Baseball"
Staten Island, New York - Historic Richmond Town is proud to announce the opening of its newest exhibition, Discover Greatness: An Illustrated History of Negro Leagues Baseball, on loan from the esteemed Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Debuting on May 10 and running through June 30. Located in the Historical Museum, this captivating exhibition invites visitors to explore the remarkable American narrative of Negro Leagues baseball.
Featuring over 80 compelling photographs, the exhibition delves into the rich and often untold history of Negro Leagues Baseball spanning from the late 1800s to the 1960s. Through these images, visitors will journey through the triumphs and challenges faced by African American baseball players, shedding light on their extraordinary talent and resilience in the face of adversity.
Discover Greatness serves as a tribute to the pioneering athletes who made significant contributions to the sport despite facing segregation and discrimination. It offers a profound opportunity for visitors to learn about the cultural significance and enduring legacy of Negro Leagues Baseball.
"We are honored to host this remarkable exhibition," said Jessica B. Phillips, CEO of Historic Richmond Town. "Through ephemera and photographs this exhibit celebrates Negro Leagues Baseball and the incredible achievements of its players. Through powerful imagery and storytelling, Discover Greatness will offer a compelling glimpse into a vital chapter of American sports history."
The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, located in Kansas City, Missouri, is a poignant tribute to the remarkable athletes who played in the Negro Leagues. Founded in 1990, the museum preserves and celebrates the rich history of Negro Leagues Baseball through immersive exhibits and educational programs. It stands as a vibrant testament to the enduring legacy of African American players and their significant contributions to the sport.
Discover Greatness promises to be a thought-provoking and inspiring experience for visitors of all ages. Don't miss your chance to uncover this essential chapter of America's past at Historic Richmond Town.
For more information about the exhibition and related programming, please visit www.historicrichmondtown.org/exhibits.
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About Historic Richmond Town:
Historic Richmond Town interprets and restores a living history village, operates a historical museum, and collects and preserves material culture to inspire engagement with and understanding of the diverse histories of Staten Island. The organization preserves and maintains 40 historic structures over 112 acres of preserved parkland across four unique sites on Staten Island, and offers public tours, membership, lectures, workshops, special events and a variety of educational programs. A visit to Historic Richmond Town is an immersive step into history.
Historic Richmond Town
441 Clark Avenue
718-351-1611
historicrichmondtown.org
Historic Richmond Town is a non-profit educational cultural institution. Programs and events help raise funds to support the mission. Historic Richmond Town is operated by the Staten Island Historical Society, a Section 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation instituted and incorporated in 1856.
Press Contact:
Amy Kennard
Director of External Affairs, Historic Richmond Town
718-351-1611, ex. 266