Plan Your Visit
Nearly 300,000 people a year make the pilgrimage to Cooperstown to pay homage to the heroes of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, but in the process, many also discover an unspoiled repository of America's heritage, rich in history, art, architecture and natural beauty. Exploring the baseball museum and the other gems of Cooperstown, like the Fenimore Art Museum, The Farmers' Museum and the Glimmerglass Opera, it is possible to find the core of America itself.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is open to the public 362 days a year, with extended hours from Memorial Day Weekend through the day before Labor Day.
Consider becoming a member and make the Cooperstown experience one you will enjoy again and again with free admission and many other benefits.
How to Get Here
To the topBy plane
Flights are available to the following large airports. Each is approximately 90 miles away:
• Albany International Airport in Albany, N.Y.
• Syracuse Hancock International Airport in Syracuse, N.Y.
• Greater Binghamton Airport in Binghamton, N.Y.,
By Car
Follow our driving directions
BY BUS
From all major cities, airports, and train stations in New York, Adirondack/Pine Hill Trailways can get you from where you are in New York State to Cooperstown.
Tickets
To the top| Museum Members | Free |
| Adults (13-64) | $25.00 |
| Seniors (65+) | $20.00 |
| Children (7-12) | $15.00 |
| Veterans | $18.00 |
| Active/ Career Retired Military | Free |
| Children (6 and under) | Free |
Visit Cooperstown's Other Treasures and Save
All 3 museums savings of $7.00 for adults and $2.50 for children
Triple Play
$42 Adult / $18.50 Juniors (7-12)
• Admission to the Baseball Hall of Fame, Fenimore Art Museum and The Farmers' Museum
Double Play
$33.00 / $18.50 or $15.00 Juniors (7-12)
• $15.00 for Juniors for Admission to the Baseball Hall of Fame and Fenimore Art Museum
• $18.50 for Juniors for Admission to the Baseball Hall of Fame and The Farmers' Museum
You may purchase the ticket at the first museum you visit. The ticket is good for one visit to each museum within one year from the date on the ticket and you do not need to visit all the museums on the same day.
Group Tickets
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Minimum Group Size
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Adults (19-64) |
$23.00 |
20
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| Seniors (65+) | $17.50 |
20
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| Youth (13-18)* | $15.00 |
10
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| Junior (7-12)* | $13.00 |
10
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| Camp (7-12)* | $13.25 |
10
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*One adult chaperone is required per every 10 - Junior, Youth or Camp Groups.
Groups must make advance reservations
• Group Reservation Form
• Youth Group Reservation Form
School groups should contact our Education Department
Hours
To the topThe Museum is open 7 days a week.
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
Labor Day through Memorial Day Weekend
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
May 26 through Sept. 1
9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Giamatti Research Center Hours
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The following Hall of Famer plaques will be temporarily removed from the Museum during the dates below for events outside of Cooperstown:
Mike Mussina plaque: Removed from display the afternoon of Aug. 30; returned to display by 12 p.m. Sept. 3
Lee Smith plaque: Removed from display the afternoon of Aug. 30; returned to display by 12 p.m. Sept. 3
Lodging and Dining
To the topThe Cooperstown area offers a wide variety of lodging and dining experiences. Find a quaint bed and breakfast, full service luxury resort, fine dining or some place to kick your feet up. You can stay and dine in lovely Cooperstown, in one of our quaint surrounding villages, at a lakeside or countryside inn, or in the vibrant urban environment found in the city of Oneonta. Cooperstown Getaway, This is Cooperstown and the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce provide assistance in locating accommodations and dining experiences that are right for you.
Parking and Trolley
To the topParking
Parking in Cooperstown is limited and paid parking is in effect Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day.
The Doubleday Field Parking Lot offers an all-day paid option for $14. On street parking is limited to 2 hours in many locations and costs $2/hour in the downtown area. Consider the trolley system as an alternative.
Trolley Parking:
Park in one of our three free perimeter Trolley Lots and avoid driving in the congested downtown area of the Village.
Blue Lot: Off Route 28 just south of the Village of Cooperstown (traveling north from Oneonta, NY)
Red Lot: Off Route 28 North (Glen Avenue) at Maple Street (traveling south on route 28 from route 20)
Yellow Lot: On Route 80 at upper parking lot of Fenimore Art Museum (traveling south on Route 80 from Route 20)
Accessible parking is available in the Blue Lot and the Red Lot, and Village trolleys are ADA compliant and can accommodate mechanized and standard wheelchairs.
Trolley Schedule:
Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day: Daily from 8:30 am to 9 pm
After Labor Day through Columbus Day: Weekends only from 9:30am to 7:15p
In July and August trolleys run 2 routes: Blue Lot to Downtown & Red and Yellow Lots to Downtown
Remainder of season one trolley serves all stops All trolleys stop at Doubleday Field & the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum; Riders can track the Cooperstown trolleys at cooperstowntrolley.com; In July and August, the trolley routes take approximately 15 minutes to complete barring traffic or other delays; at other times the combined trolley route run time increases to 25 minutes
Trolley Passes:
Daily Individual Pass: $2.00; July 19-22: $5.00
Daily Family Pass: $5.00 (2 adults and up to 3 dependent children; not available July 19-22)
Season Individual Pass: $20
Season Family Pass: $35
Season Student Pass: $10 (under 18 years old)
Season Senior Citizen Pass: $15
Passes available from the trolley driver, cash only.
Season passes can additionally be purchased at the Village Office.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the trolley please contact Leatherstocking Trolley at (607) 227-9497.
Visitor Tips and Policies
To the topTo help make sure you get the most out of your Museum experience, we've compiled a list of tips and other helpful information to guide you during your visit. Whether you are a returning member or a first time visitor, you will find these helpful.
Photography and Video
Flash photography and video recording is encouraged throughout the Museum.
Feel free to text, tweet or access audio, video and more information on our website during your visit. For the best service, connect to our free Wi-Fi during your visit. Tag @baseballhall on Twitter and Instagram so we can see what you post. We may even share it.
Returning to the Museum
Come and go as frequently as you'd like during your visit. Just be sure to get your hand stamped at the ticket counters before exiting the Museum.
Food and Drink
We do not allow food, chewing gum or drinks in the Museum. Drinking fountains are available on all floors.
Coat Check
We have public space available on the first floor for coat, backpack and umbrella storage. Luggage or oversized backpacks are not allowed to be stored in the coat storage area.
Strollers and Wheelchairs
Strollers are permitted in the Museum. Wheelchairs are available free of charge. When you arrive, let our Visitor Services staff know you will need one.
Lost and Found
If you have lost something in the Museum, ask Visitor Services to check the Museum's lost and found or call 607-547-7200.
Accessibility
To the topHandicap Parking
There is a limited number of handicap parking spaces directly in front of the Museum. If those spaces are occupied there are specially designated spots in the Doubleday Field parking lot.
Service Animals
Service animals are welcome in the Museum.
Wheelchairs
The Museum is accessible to wheelchair users and other visitors who may need to avoid stairs. An elevator is available with access to all floors. Wheelchairs are available for free on a first-come, first-served basis. To borrow a wheelchair, let our Visitor Services staff know you will need one upon your arrival.
Hearing Impaired
The Hall of Fame features several audio exhibits, including Viva Baseball, Pride and Passion and One for the Books. Many of our exhibits contain at least one audio component.
Regional Attractions
To the topFenimore Art Museum
The art collection at the Fenimore Art Museum inspires and educates each visitor on the rich history of American Art and how it has shaped American culture. The beauty of this collection is enhanced by the backdrop of breathtaking views of Otsego Lake. With the changing exhibitions you will want to return to be inspired again and again.
5798 State Route 80, Cooperstown, New York 13326
607-547-1400
Farmers' Museum
Immerse yourself in the experience of life in a 19th-century village. With multiple interactive educational programs and the impressive collection of historical objects and early agricultural tools and equipment, the Farmers' Museum bring history to life in an experience to remember.
5775 State Route 80, Cooperstown, New York 13326
607-547-1450
Leatherstocking Golf Course
Take in the breathtaking views of Cooperstown New York & Otsego Lake while playing at this challenging course. Leatherstocking Golf Course promises to be a golfing experience to remember and will have you returning to the fairways time and time again.
Leatherstocking Golf Course, Cooperstown, New York 13326
607-544-2547
Glimmerglass Festival
Don't miss this internationally-acclaimed summer opera and musical theater festival with classic performances and modern renditions in the beautiful lakeside setting of the Glimmerglass' Alice Busch Theater.
7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, New York 13326
607-547-0700
Hyde Hall
This historic estate offers seasonal tours that are kicked off with their annual Garden Party in May. In the meantime, you can explore the grounds and take in the stunning view of Otsego Lake.
267 Glimmerglass State Park, Cooperstown, New York 13326
607-547-5098
New York State
New York State has something to offer everyone. From mountains to museums, New York has it all. I Love NY can help you find your perfect adventure outside of the Cooperstown area. Trek through the high peaks of the Adirondacks, rent a rustic cabin in the Catskills, taste the famous ice wines of the Finger Lakes Region, or head to Coney Island and ride the oldest wooden roller coaster in the United States.
