It's A Hit! - A Hometown View of Our National Pastime March 28, 2011

Learn more about the legendary players and teams who played in Connecticut and the local heroes who achieved the American dream. Step onto the historic fields that attracted thousands of people to Bridgeport and hear the roar of fans in vintage radio broadcasts. Discover how the sport evolved through interactive displays of 19th century and modern baseball bats, gloves and balls. The exhibit will feature photographs, memorabilia, equipment, uniforms and more from the treasured collections of fans and players as well as the Fairfield Museum and History Center, the National Baseball Hall of Fame, the Library of Congress and the Bridgeport Bluefish.