WALKING TOUR AND DIGITAL RESOURCE

Jackie Robinson’s Harlem brings to light Jackie Robinson’s multifaceted and decades-long engagement with Harlem as an athlete, citizen, activist, businessman, and family man. Explore sites including Jackie Robinson Park, Freedom National Bank, and the Jackie Robinson Clothing Store and re-discover lesser known stories like that of the first Jackie Robinson Day and Robinson’s relationship with high profile Harlem leaders like Adam Clayton Powell Jr. and Malcolm X.

EXPLORE TODAY

TWO WAYS TO EXPLORE:

Self-guided walking tour
Get the app on the App Store or Google Play for everything you need to explore the walking tour on your own or together with friends or family.

   

Online
Virtually visit Harlem from any mobile or desktop device to explore the featured sites and stories: https://jackierobinsonmuseum.stqry.app/1/tour/20329

RECORRIDO A PIE Y RECURSO DIGITAL

El Harlem de Jackie Robinson saca a la luz el compromiso multifacético y de décadas de Jackie Robinson con Harlem como atleta, ciudadano, activista, hombre de negocios y hombre de familia. Explora sitios como el Parque Jackie Robinson, el Banco Nacional de la Libertad y la Tienda de Ropa Jackie Robinson y redescubre historias menos conocidas como la del primer Día de Jackie Robinson y la relación de Robinson con líderes de alto perfil de Harlem como Adam Clayton Powell Jr. y Malcolm X.

DOS MANERAS DE EXPLORAR:

Recorrido autoguiado a pie
Obtén la aplicación en App Store o Google Play para todo lo que necesitas para explorar el recorrido a pie a solas o junto con amigos, amigas o familiares.

     

En línea
Visita a Harlem virtualmente desde cualquier dispositivo móvil o de escritorio para explorar los sitios e historias importantes: https://jackierobinsonmuseum.stqry.app/es/1

Bestselling author Jonathan Eig (Opening Day: The Story of Jackie Robinson’s First Season) joins us to discuss his newest book, KING: A Life, a monumental new biography of Martin Luther King, Jr. that draws on hundreds of interviews and newly released archival collections including FBI files.

5:30 – Author meet-and-greet
6:30 – Panel discussion
7:30 – Book signing

There are two ticketing tiers available for this event. Both include the panel discussion.

Author Meet-and-Greet + Panel Discussion ($100 per person)
Join us for a pre-event author meet-and-greet reception (5:30PM) where you will have the chance to meet author Jonathan Eig and have your book signed, then stay for the panel discussion (6:30PM). One copy of KING, A Life included with ticket price.

Panel Discussion + Book Signing ($30 per person)
Join us for the panel discussion (6:30PM) and stay for a post-event book signing (7:30PM). Option to purchase a copy of KING, A Life.

Museum members, verify your membership in the checkout to receive a 15% discount.

Thanks for joining us for Jackie Robinson Day! On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson made his debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking the color barrier in modern Major League Baseball. Commemorate Robinson’s enduring legacy on and off the baseball diamond with fun-filled events for fans of all ages!

The Museum was open for special hours on Tuesday, April 15 with free admission!

Event Highlights

The Museum is open from 11am to 6pm and special activities are available between 12pm and 3pm.

• Free Museum Admission in honor of Jackie Robinson’s historic debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947
• Guided Museum Tours highlighting Robinson’s trailblazing career and legacy in baseball
• Play Jackie Robinson Trivia for prizes
• Art Activities and Photo Stations
• Special Guest appearances

View highlights from Major League Baseball’s RBI program visit

 

Event Notes

All children must be accompanied by an adult; this is not a drop-off program.

Groups are welcome! Complete the group visit request form and note your interest in this program.

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Jackie Robinson Day at the Jackie Robinson Museum is sponsored by Major League Baseball. 

Photos by Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos via Getty Images

Women’s History Month Special Event

Join us to celebrate the legacies of some of the phenomenal women—athletes, activists, changemakers—who influenced and inspired Jackie Robinson. Museum highlight tours and hands-on activities will introduce visitors of all ages to women such as Jackie’s mother Mallie Robinson, civic leader and educator Mary McLeod Bethune, activist Daisy Bates, team owner Effa Manley, tennis star Althea Gibson, collaborator Marian Logan, and of course Rachel and Sharon Robinson.

What’s Happening?

Join us anytime between 12:00 and 3:00 PM for ongoing activities including:

• An special edition of the Museum’s scavenger hunt, highlighting women’s stories throughout the exhibit
• “Athletes, Activists, and Changemakers” Museum Tour, highlighting the women who inspired and influenced Jackie Robinson
• Interactive activities and games

Drop-in activities are designed for kids (ages 5 and up) and adults alike.

Join Us

This event is included with regular museum admission and free for museum members (join here). All children must be accompanied by an adult; this is not a drop-off program.

Groups are welcome! For groups of 10 or more, complete the group visit request form and note your interest in this program

Spread the Word

Download flyer to share with your community.

 

Honor the legacy of Dr. King and the fight for civil rights at the Jackie Robinson Museum, where you can learn about Jackie Robinson and Dr. King’s close friendship and their collaboration during landmark campaigns of the Civil Rights Movement.

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What’s Happening

Join one of our guided museum tours showcasing stories and artifacts representing Jackie Robinson and Dr. King’s collaboration, at 12:00PM and 2:00PM

Tune into the Music of the Civil Rights Movement Interactive Workshop to learn about the significance of key songs and musical styles to the Robinson family and the Movement (ongoing, 12-3PM)

Speak Out! through hands-on craft activities for all ages (ongoing, 12-3PM)

Win prizes at the trivia game and museum scavenger hunt  (ongoing, 12-3PM)

Preparing for your visit

This event is included with regular museum admission and free for museum members. All children must be accompanied by an adult; this is not a drop-off program.

Groups are welcome! For groups of 10 or more, complete the group visit request form and note your interest in this program.

Spread the Word

Download event flyer to share with your community.