National Museum of African American History and Culture Displays Jackie Robinson’s Jersey in Honor of 75th Anniversary

To commemorate the historic moment of Major League Baseball integrating 75 years ago, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture has placed a jersey of baseball icon Jackie Robinson on view for a limited time. The jersey, one of approximately five known to have been worn by Robinson, will remain on view until May 1 in the museum’s “Sports: Leveling the Playing Field” gallery. In addition, the museum will host a special event April 15, also known as Jackie Robinson Day, discussing Robinson’s legacy. Moderated by Justin Tinsley, senior cultural writer of Andscape, the panel will feature Howard … Continue reading National Museum of African American History and Culture Displays Jackie Robinson’s Jersey in Honor of 75th Anniversary