There’s a basketball museum in New Castle, Indiana that belongs on every sports lover’s bucket list. This giant hall of fame is worth a trip from any part of the state. Scroll on for more details.
Founded in 1962, the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame in central Indiana is open six days each week to educate visitors about the history of the Hoosier State’s most important sport.
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This basketball museum recognizes outstanding high school players and coaches throughout the state as well as many others who have contributed to the sport.
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This 14,000-square-foot space is open six to seven days each week, except for holidays, and costs just $5 to enter, though children between the ages of 12 and 5 may enter for just $3 while younger kids are admitted for free.
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The museum traces the history of basketball back to the 1890s through interactive exhibits, showcase displays, films, and a plethora of memorabilia.
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You’ll get to see trophies, jerseys, old photographs, signed basketballs, and so much more at this unique museum that is worth a trip from any part of the state.
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There are special exhibits for Indiana’s special basketball stars like Larry Bird, John Wooden, Oscar Robertson, and specific teams like the 1954 Milan Indians that are Hoosier legends.
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Even sports fanatics will learn something new at this basketball museum. This is a truly exciting experience for all who visit.
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The Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame is open Monday through Saturday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. March through November, it is also open on Sundays between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Get more details on its website or Facebook page.
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Address: 408 Trojan Ln, New Castle, IN 47362, USA
