There are few athletes in the world who have the honor of getting their own museum.
Soccer legend Pelé has one in his native Brazil. The great Olympian and football star Jim Thorpe has his own museum located inside the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame. Even former New York Yankees catcher Yogi Berra is honored on the campus of Montclair State University near his former New Jersey home.
But only one museum is dedicated to a man who was both a great athlete, trailblazer, cultural icon, civil rights leader and humanitarian. The Jackie Robinson Museum, located in the heart of New York City, stands as a powerful testament to the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of one of baseball’s most beloved and influential figures.
The museum, which opened in 2022, offers visitors a comprehensive and immersive experience into Robinson’s life, career,
