Plan your visit or become a member today! Join us Nov 6 for Jackie Robinson and Black Military Service, WWII to Today.

Welcome

Learn about the enduring legacy of Jackie Robinson through exhibitions, dialogue and education.

About the Museum

“Jackie’s character was much more important than his batting average.”

– Hank Aaron, Hall of Fame outfielder

Programs & Events

Speaker Series

Nov 6, 2025 • 6:00PM

Jackie Robinson and Black Military Service, World War II to Today

$25/$20

Join our distinguished panelists to explore the significance of this chapter of Robinson’s patriotism and activism in the context of Black military service during World War II and the contemporary experience of Black servicemembers and veterans.

Special Events

Nov 14-16, 2025

POSTPONED - FULL CIRCLE Art Exhibition

FREE WITH ADMISSION

Curated by Ayo Robinson, granddaughter of Jackie and Rachel Robinson, FULL CIRCLE is a celebration of heritage, legacy, positivity, and global connection.

Special Events

Nov 20, 2025-Feb 19, 2026 • 1:00PM

"Third Thursday" Museum Tours

FREE WITH ADMISSION

Plan your next visit around our guided museum tours, offered on the third Thursday of the month and included with museum admission.

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Exhibitions

Temporary

Speak Out! Student Poster Exhibit

06/19/2025-05/01/2026

Learn from the inspiring leadership of the fifth graders who participated in the inaugural Speak Out! Poster Contest.

Permanent

STORY TOWERS

Learn the details of Robinson’s experience in the Negro Leagues in 1945 and his season with the Montreal Royals, the Dodgers’ AAA farm team, in 1946.

Permanent

JRM EDUCATION CENTER

This tech-enabled space allows for on-site instruction and discussions around content in the galleries for students and special groups.

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What's New?

Jackie Robinson and the Youth March for Integrated Schools

Oct 21, 2025

How did Jackie’s first major protest change the strategy and tactics of the Civil Rights Movement?

The Shot Heard ‘Round the World

Sep 17, 2025

In 1951, Dodger pitcher Ralph Branca gave up a season-ending home run to Bobby Thomson of the New York Giants. When teammate Jackie Robinson consoled him after the crushing defeat, it was the repayment of a long-owed debt.

The Robinsons Go Back to School in Stamford

Aug 18, 2025

The Robinson family moved to Stamford, Connecticut in 1954. As the children grew up, they bore the burden of being the first Black students in their suburban schools.

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HOURS: 11 AM - 6 PM, Thu - Sun