Memorial Stadium brick

Datebetween 1949 and 1997

DescriptionRectangular red clay brick with brass plate on the top, "Memorial Stadium / Baltimore, MD / 1949-1997 / "Time Will Not Dim The Glory Of Their Deeds."

Bio/Historical NoteBrick from Memorial Stadium, home to both Minor League teams and Major League teams from 1949-1997. Home of the Baltimore Orioles from 1954 through 1991, Memorial Stadium reigned over 33rd Street for more than 35 years. Named in honor of the fallen from World War II, the Art Deco-style park was razed in 2001 and bricks, chairs, and other cherished relics were sold to fans.

Object numberB-2014-0019

Subject Baltimore Orioles (Baseball team)

Attributes

Classificationsstadium artifacts

Dimensions8 x 2 x 3.5 in.

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