GROUP TRIPS START HERE FALL EDITION 2023
SPORTS SPORTS
noun: an activity involving physical exertion and skill in which an individual or team competes against another or others for entertainment.
Featuring All-Star Sports Venues to Visit During Group Getaways
INDEX ALL-STAR SPORTS VENUES Ninety-three places to watch, play or learn about sports and their champions across the country.
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ALL-STAR SPORTS VENUES This Fall 2023 edition of TRIPinfo’s Quarterly Digital Magazine is devoted to All-Star Sports Venues. In it you find 93 sports venues across the country ideal for your group. You may cheer a favorite team, enjoy a natural or man-made facility, or recall sports legends that made the venue iconic! Remember you can Sort, Filter, Map, or Call any on TRIPinfo.com! Long-time users of TRIPinfo Online + Weekly Newsletter + Quarterly Digital Issues know we are all about providing reference information across 12 categories of interest to group planners. Sports is one of those. We are pleased to dedicate this issue to All-Star Sports Venues. We deliver fast, easy comparison for 11 segments of group planners that book ~24% of USA travel. But you may be surprised at accessibility of facilities for smaller groups. Whether it’s blocking space at a structure, chartering a boat on a lake, or scheduling a resident historian to address your group, there are a variety of ways to make a special memory. Relative to our nation’s history, these Sports Venues are remarkably new, 40% built in the last 25 years! Average Year Founded: 1986 Average Year Founded adds years together and divides by 93 All-Star Sports Venues. In 1986 the first Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is celebrated, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is founded, and Out of Africa wins 7 Academy Awards. Tom Cruise’s Top Gun is the highest grossing film of 1986. The Statue of Liberty is refurbished and Centennial celebrated. President Ronald Reagan signs largest reorganization of U.S. Department of Defense since 1947. Median Year Founded: 1953 Median Year Founded derives from sorting our 93 Sports Venues into date founded order and finding the one in the middle. There are 46 founded prior to 1953, and 46 after. In 1953 US President Harry Truman announced U.S. has developed a hydrogen bomb. An F5 tornado hits Waco, TX and kills 114 downtown. New York Yankees defeat Brooklyn Dodgers to win their 16th Baseball World Series. Mode of Year Founded: 2010 Mode of Year Founded is the date that appears most often in our roster of numbers. In 2010, U.S. President Barack Obama and Vice-President Joe Biden are in office. The 2010 Earthquake in Haiti kills 316,000—one of deadliest death tolls in history. Another of largest earthquakes in recorded history killed 525 in Chile and the Pacific. Job market hits post-recession bottom of 129,855,000 employees. The first iPad was released. Toy Story 3 is the highest grossing film of the year. The first total lunar eclipse occurs on the Northern winter solstice and Southern summer solstice for the first time since 1638. We think you will find this a unique collection of All-Star Sports Venues! This issue is designed for ongoing reference for fun ideas. We hope this Sports Venues collection—here and online at TRIPinfo.com—is helpful in discovering many spots suitable for your group. That’s why we are here...to provide ideas for making your group travel planning a huge success!
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All-Star Sports Venues Watch a game, play a game, take a tour One of the biggest challenges that a group planner faces is finding the right location for a group trip. They look for a spot where group members enjoy experiences together and make life-long memories. Consider building your next trip around Sports and finding places where your group can watch a game, play a game, take a tour to go behind the scenes and learn about the game’s greatest champions and teams. In this issue, we are featuring 93 sports venues that welcome groups, teams and spectators: from the oldest, most historic sport meccas to the newest venues in sports, from venues that are steps from the beach to stadiums that are in the peaks, from sports parks where you find great competition to places where you learn about the sport, its history and greatest heroes. Why Are These Venues Good for Your Group? Give them something to talk about. Whether they rehash that big play, anticipate the next move, enjoy panoramic scenery, gameday traditions and pageantry or start their own “big fish” tale, your group will have fun making memories, enjoying camaraderie and team spirit.
Something for everyone. Some people in your group may be avid sports enthusiasts. Others may have a luke warm interest in sports but will love discovering a venue’s history, learning about its architecture or the expansive technology required to put on the venue’s state-of-the art graphics. Once the sporting event or tour ends, everyone will enjoy the things to do, restaurants and shops that typically surround sports venues. Timing is everything. Scheduling a group trip when an event happens or getting tickets may be prohibitive; however, tours of the facilities during off-days or offseason are a good option. Most venue tours are available year-round, with advance reservations, and allow visitors to go behind-the-scenes, hear the stories, walk on the playing field, watch film footage & hold relics of the sport. What’s Inside This Issue? Sports Venue information: Year Established Teams, nicknames or host events Capacity Description Tour Information TRIPinfo is a tool for planning group trips and making the best decisions for trip itineraries. Click to see 1,219+ sports venues across the country: Sports Tables. Use the thumbnail venue specs to plan, contact the venue, check on availability and schedule your group trip. The mobile-friendly features – sorting, mapping, calling – are great tools to use when leading group trips. Have a great TRIP! www.TRIPinfo.com | Sports
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Bryant-Denny Stadium Tuscaloosa, Alabama Official Capacity: 100,077
1929
Home of Alabama Crimson Tide football (SEC); 8th largest college football stadium in the U.S. Must see: “The Walk of Champions” is a brick plaza honoring Alabama’s 5 national championship winning coaches with 9-foot tall bronze statues and commemorating SEC and national championship teams. Tour: 1 hour, walking; Group rate: $15 for ≥15 people. Available Monday-Friday at 11am to the first 35 ticket holders, booked online in advance. Tours include a look at the home team locker room, recruiting room, a walk by the field & more. Private group tours are available.
Pat Dye Field at Jordan Hare Stadium
1939
Auburn, Alabama Capacity: 88,043
Home of Auburn Tigers football (SEC); 13th largest college football stadium and 10th largest on-campus stadium in the U.S. The stadium is known as one of the loudest and most intimidating places for visiting opponents. Athletic Facilities Tour: 45 minutes, walking. Free tours of the facilities are provided Monday-Thursday from 9am-3:30pm. Days & times of stadium tours may vary. The general public can see the pre-game locker room setup for the football team on home-game Fridays from 4pm-6pm.
Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race Anchorage to Nome, Alaska
1973
One of Alaska’s iconic winter events, the “Last Great Race” celebrates its 52nd anniversary next year when it starts on March 2, 2024. Spectators line the streets of Anchorage to see Iditarod mushers and their dogs begin their ~1,000 mile journey to Nome, battling the elements and testing their own limits across the trail. Some lucky auction winners can even ride in the basket of an Iditarod contenders’ sled for a few miles. Other race chasers may follow the race on snowmobile or by air. Additional things to do include visiting the kennels, trying to dog sled and skiing. 8
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State Farm Stadium Glendale, Arizona Capacity: 63,400
2006
Home of Arizona Cardinals (NFL); Fiesta Bowl (NCAA); Host of BCS National Championship Games, 3 Super Bowls, NCAA Men’s Final Four Basketball Championships, sporting events and concerts. The stadium was designed with the first retractable natural grass playing surface in North America and a fully retractable roof. Tour: $17-20, 75-90 minutes. Before Game Tour: $30. Tours typically begin at 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm, WednesdaySaturday (schedule varies). Buying tickets in advance is recommended. Private group tours are available.
Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium
1938
Fayetteville, Arkansas Capacity: 76,000
Home of University of Arkansas Razorbacks football (SEC); 22nd largest college stadium in the U.S. Located on the University of Arkansas campus, the stadium memorializes its football history. Outside Gate 14, the Wild Band of Razorbacks Statue pays tribute to the school’s mascot. The 1964 Championship trophy is on display at the Level 1 Concourse. Bowl Alley, on the Level 1 North Concourse, pays tribute to each Razorback bowl team and bowl game history. The Hall of Honor recognizes those who have contributed to the honor and fame of the Arkansas Razorbacks.
SoFi Stadium
Inglewood, California Capacity: 70,240
2020
Home of Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams (NFL); Host of Super Bowl LVI (2022), College Football Championship Game (2023), Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Olympic Games (2028) and events. Built to be the first indoor-outdoor stadium, SoFi Stadium is the centerpiece of a 298-acre mixed use development located on the site of the former Hollywood Park racetrack. 3 guided tour options are available for $39, $49 or $59; tours last 60 minutes. Private behind-the-scenes group tours are available. www.TRIPinfo.com | Sports
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Dodger Stadium Los Angeles, California Capacity: 56,000
1962
Home of the Los Angeles Dodgers (MLB); 3rd oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball and the world’s largest baseball stadium by seating capacity. New stadium improvements and renovations in 2020 created entertainment, dining and retail areas for fans. Stadium Tours: 90 minutes. Rate: $30 for adults. Tours start on the hour at 10am with the last tour starting at 1pm on game days and 3pm on non-game days. Tours go behind-the-scenes into the most restricted and nonpublic areas, including a trip down to the field, a walk through the Trophy Gallery and the Vin Scully Press Box.
Indian Wells Tennis Garden Indian Wells, California Capacity: 16,100
2000
Home to BNP Paribas Open, the largest combined men’s and women’s tennis tournament in the world; Easter Bowl Junior Championships; sports and music events. The 54-acre tennis mecca in the heart of the Coachella Valley, just 15 miles southeast of Palm Springs, features the world’s second largest outdoor tennis stadium with 16,100 seats, behind Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York City. Stadium 2 features a 8,000 seating capacity. The picturesque venue is part of a full-service, year-round tennis club with an additional 29 hard courts, tennis programs, fitness center and Nobu restaurant.
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
1923
Los Angeles, California Capacity: 77,500
Home of USC Trojans football (Pac-12); 20th largest college football stadium in the U.S.; 1st stadium to host 3 Summer Olympic Games (2028, 1984, 1932), 2 Super Bowls; sporting events, private events and concerts. The multi-purpose stadium was built as a memorial to those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during World War I. Now a National Historic Landmark, the stadium sits on 17 acres in the Exposition Park neighborhood. Tours: $25/adult; 75-minute guided walking tours are offered on Mondays and Tuesdays at 10am and 1pm. Group tours and private functions are available. 10
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California Surf Museum Oceanside, California
1986
The museum features a permanent collection chronicling the history of surfboards and wave-riding. This collection and the revolving exhibits comprise one of the world’s richest troves of surfing history. Now a major attraction in Southern California, the museum features valuable treasures and artifacts including significant surfboards, trophies, magazines, and rare photographs. Tours: $7/adult. Customized, guided group tours that match the group’s interests, time frame and knowledge level are available. Booking in advance is recommended.
Chase Center
San Francisco, California Official Capacity: 18,064
2019
Home of the Golden State Warriors (NBA); occasionally home of the University of San Francisco men’s and women’s basketball teams (NCAA); sporting events and concerts. Located in San Francisco’s Mission Bay neighborhood, the sports venue includes a multi-purpose area overlooking a park, recreation area, retail and office space. Tours: Public fan tours are not offered at this time, due to the number of events that the venue hosts. Chase Center does have private event spaces that include views of the San Francisco skyline and waterfront park.
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center
1978
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Home of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee; hosts Warrior Games competition each year. Located on the former Ent Air Force Base, the Colorado Springs OPTC was the first training facility for U.S. Olympic and Paralympic athletes to be built. Its facilities include an Olympic-size swimming pool, an indoor shooting range, the Olympic Training Center Velodrome, gyms, weight rooms, dining hall and dorms. Tours: $15/senior; tours are offered every hour on the hour. Visitor center hours are Mondays – Saturdays: 9 am – 5pm. Group tours are available. www.TRIPinfo.com | Sports
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Arapahoe Basin Ski Area Dillon, Colorado Lift Capacity: 11,300 people per hour
1946
Often the first ski resort to open each year. Season dates: October to June, weather dependent. Base elevation: 10,520 feet; Summit elevation: 13,050 feet, 3rd highest ski-area peak elevation in North America. With an average annual snowfall of 350 inches, this ski area is known as The Legend for having the longest ski and ride season in Colorado. A-Basin has 147 trails accessible via 9 lifts spread over 1,428 acres and a 2,530 feet vertical drop. The longest run is 1.5 miles. Amenities include a kids center, restaurants, equipment rentals, retail stores and free parking.
XL Center
Hartford, Connecticut Capacity: 15,000
1975
Home of the 11-time National Champion UConn Women’s Basketball team and 5-time National Champion UConn Men’s Basketball team and UConn men’s ice hockey; Hartford Wolf Pack, development team of the New York Rangers (AHL), sports and entertainment events. Located in the heart of downtown Hartford, the XL Center is Connecticut’s largest sports and entertainment facility. In addition to sporting events, shows and concerts, the arena offers 68,000 square feet of exhibition halls for large and small private events.
Dover International Speedway
1969
Dover, Delaware Capacity: 95,000
Host of NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series races; home of the Firefly Music Festival; other events. Nicknamed the “Monster Mile,” the auto racing venue is a one-mile, high-banked oval race track. This speedway and the Nashville Superspeedway are the largest concrete-only venues in NASCAR. Tours: $10/person; Monday-Friday, 9am to 4pm, book the 90-minute tours in advance. See the 46-foot tall Monster Monument at Victory Plaza, up-close view of the track and pit road, Sunoco Victory Lane and Monster Bridge. Driving Experiences are also available. 12
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Nationals Park
Washington, District of Columbia Capacity: 41,546
2008
Home of the Washington Nationals (MLB); host of the 2018 Major League Baseball All-Star Game and games 3, 4, and 5 of the 2019 World Series. A cornerstone of a new mixed-use Capitol Riverfront in our nation’s capital, Nationals Park is located along the Anacostia River in Southeast Washington, south of the Capitol, adjacent to the Navy Yard. Tours: $25/person for a 2-hour behind-the-scenes look at the park. Tours are available at 10:30am, 12pm, 1pm and 2:30pm on non-game days. Private tours and pregame tours are available.
CoolToday Park North Port, Florida Capacity: 8,000
2019
Spring training home of the Atlanta Braves (MLB); also includes 6 major league practice fields across the complex’s 90 acres and 50,000 sq. ft. of open green space; hosts concerts and other events. The state-of-the-art facility in the Florida Grapefruit League welcomes fans who want to watch a spring training baseball game from a variety of indoor and outdoor seating options or change perspective and watch the action from anywhere by moving around the wide concourses that wrap around the field. Tours: $35/adult, 1-hour walking tour, buy in advance.
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
1997
Kissimmee, Florida Capacity for Championship Stadium: 9,500 Home of ESPN Events Invitational (college basketball) and other sporting events and competitions for athletes of all ages. Set in the center of Walt Disney World Resort theme parks, the Complex accommodates 60+ sports across 10 venues. The professional-quality facilities include 3 indoor venues, 11 baseball and softball diamonds, 17 outdoor multi-purpose fields, track & field complex, 700,000 square feet of playing space, ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill and 15,000+ total spectator seats. www.TRIPinfo.com | Sports
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LoanDepot Park Miami, Florida Capacity: 37,000
2012
Home of the two-time World Series Champions Miami Marlins (MLB), soccer matches and other events. The retractable roof stadium sits on the 17-acre site of the former Miami Orange Bowl in Little Havana about 2 miles west of Downtown Miami. The stadium is the 3rd smallest MLB stadium by official capacity and smallest by actual capacity. Tours: $15/adult on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 10am, 12pm and 2pm of non-game or event days. Buying tickets in advance is recommended.
Hard Rock Stadium Miami Gardens, Florida Capacity: 65,326
1987
Home of the Miami Dolphins (NFL), Miami Hurricanes football (ACC), Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, Orange Bowl (NCAA), Miami Open (ATP/WTA); host of 2026 FIFA World Cup, 2021 College Football Playoff National Championship. Miami has hosted the most Super Bowls – at 11 – including LIV (2020); 6 of them at Hard Rock. The open-air stadium has a partial canopy for weather protection; 22,400 sq. ft. of video boards; 16 group-friendly seating sections including sideline seats, just 56 feet from the field, and corner terraces with high-top tables and swivel chairs.
Daytona International Speedway
1959
Daytona Beach, Florida Capacity: 101,500
Home of Daytona 500, Rolex 24, Speedweeks, Bike Week, champion DAYTONA 500 car, Motorsports Hall of Fame of America, Magic of Lights and other events. The “World Center of Racing” is the 2nd longest NASCAR race track at 2.5 miles (Talladega is 1st at 2.66 miles). The high-banked tri-oval track encompasses 480 acres with an infield of 180 acres including the 29-acre Lake Lloyd. Tours: $25/adult. The one-hour tour runs daily beginning at 9:30am with the last tour of the day starting at 3pm. Tours are conducted on an open-air tram. Book tours early online or call 1-800-PITSTOP. 14
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Amway Center Orlando, Florida Capacity: 20,000
2010
Home of the Orlando Magic (NBA), Orlando Solar Bears (ECHL), Orlando Predators (NAL); host of NBA All-Star Weekend (2012), NCAA March Madness, Wrestlemania 33, 225 concerts, sports and special events annually. Sitting on 8.75 acres in downtown Orlando, the indoor sports and entertainment arena is considered to be one of the most technologically advanced complexes in the world. Fans can watch motion graphics and realtime action on the center’s 1,100+ high-definition video displays. Amway Center offers a number of restaurants and bars, including a rooftop bar.
1951 Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame & Fan Experience Atlanta, Georgia
Home of College Football Hall of Fame in partnership with the National Football Foundation (NFF). Moving from South Bend, Indiana, the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame opened in downtown Atlanta across from Centennial Olympic Park in 2014. The facility’s 50,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space honors the people, traditions and passion of college football using interactive displays and exhibits, including the Heisman Trophy and National Championship Trophy. A 45-yard indoor football field tests kicking, passing and running skills. Tickets for groups of 15 or more are available.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium Atlanta, Georgia Capacity: 80,000
2017
Home of the Atlanta Falcons (NFL), Atlanta United FC (MLS), Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl (NCAA); Host of Super Bowl LIII, 2018 College Football Playoff Championship (NCAA), SEC Championship, matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, plus concerts and special events. Tours: 90 minutes, visit all 4 levels including locker rooms, suites, club spaces and finish with a trip to the playing field. Tour tickets start at $27/adult on select days at 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm. Book online in advance; walkups are available. Reduced rates are available for groups of 15 or more. Customized tours are available. www.TRIPinfo.com | Sports
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Monroe County Recreation Sports Complex
1984
Forsyth, Georgia
Host of youth and adult soccer, football, basketball, baseball and softball leagues, cheerleading, camps, classes and tournaments. In a park-like setting with two ponds, two pavilions with picnic tables and grills, the complex has baseball and softball fields, batting cages, pitching mounds, tennis courts, football fields, soccer fields and a horse arena. The Youth Center (2006) has a basketball court, weight rooms, two locker rooms and a meeting room. A new master plan adds 114 acres that will include a new gym, baseball and softball fields plus an agricultural center.
Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium
1929
Athens, Georgia Capacity: 92,746
Home of Georgia Bulldogs football (SEC); host of the medal rounds for the 1996 Olympic Soccer Games; 9th largest college stadium and 5th largest on-campus stadium in the U.S. Dooley Field was dedicated in 2019 in honor of the school’s winningest head coach, Vince Dooley, but the unofficial name is “Between the Hedges” because of the famous 5 feet wide and 5 feet high privet hedges surrounding the field. Look for Uga, the white English Bulldog mascot, sitting on a bag of ice in his air-conditioned house near the cheerleader’s platform during games.
Truist Park Atlanta, Georgia Capacity: 41,000
2017
Home of the longest continuously operating franchise in Major League Baseball, the Atlanta Braves (MLB); 2nd newest stadium in MLB behind Globe Life Field. Fans can see Braves memorabilia, art and statues inside and outside the park at any time. Monument Garden, Lower Level - Section 215, is a free museum-like area of the park that showcases the team’s history and players. Daily Tours: $25/adult, 1.5 hours, year-round. OctoberMarch: Monday-Saturday 10am, 12pm, 2pm; AprilSeptember: Monday-Saturday 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:30pm, Sunday 1pm, 2:30pm. Groups: $20/ticket. 16
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Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex Stadium
2015
Honolulu, Hawaii Capacity: 15,000
Home of the University of Hawaii Rainbow Warriors football (Mountain West), track and field, soccer, beach volleyball, recreational facility and meeting rooms. Once an outdoor practice facility and training center for multiple sports, the stadium became the temporary home of UH football in 2021 when events were suspended at Aloha Stadium. To accommodate games, the stadium has undergone an expansion including seating capacity and the recent installation of the 75-foot wide video board from Aloha Stadium. A new Aloha Stadium is scheduled to open in 2028.
Ford Idaho Center Nampa, Idaho Arena Capacity: 12,279
1997
Home of the Idaho Horsemen (American West Pro Indoor Football); Host of Snake River Stampede, State Basketball Championships, Monster Jam, NCHA, NRCHA, NRHA and Arabian championship horse shows. A multi-event complex about 15 miles west of Boise, the Center consists of an arena, 10,500-seat amphitheatre and a leading horse park with the ability to house 850 horses over its 110 acres. Famous for rodeo events, the arena hosts one of the nation’s top rodeos, the Snake River Stampede, each July. The Ford Amphitheater is known as the place to enjoy outdoor concerts.
Wrigley Field Chicago, Illinois Capacity: 41,649
1914
Home of the Chicago Cubs (MLB). Known for its ivy-covered brick outfield wall, the ballpark is 2nd oldest American pro sports home field in the country. A multi-year renovation is preserving the ballpark’s beauty and history while updating and improving the park for players and fans by adding new seating, outfield signage, 2 video boards and concessions. Tours: Daily, 75-90 minutes, walking, $30/person + tax, booking in advance is recommended; Private VIP: groups 1-50 - $1,500. Tickets for groups of ≥30 are $15 per person + tax. 18
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Indianapolis Motor Speedway
1909
Indianapolis, Indiana Capacity: 257,325
Home of Indianapolis 500; highest-capacity sports venue in the world; 3rd-oldest permanent automobile race track in the world; Nicknamed “The Brickyard.” Covering 559 acres, the Speedway encompasses the iconic 2.5-mile track, Brickyard Crossing Golf Resort and Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum that includes the Auto Racing Hall of Fame. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975, the speedway became a National Historic Landmark in 1987. Track Laps: Kiss the Bricks Tour: 30 minutes, $25/adult; Grounds & Golf Cart Tours: 90 minutes, IMS landmarks.
Grand Park
Westfield, Indiana
2014
Home of Indianapolis Colts Training Camp, Jr. NBA; Host of Grand Games, camps, tournaments and events. Located 30 miles north of Indianapolis, the 400-acre sports campus is a destination for youth sports. The venue features championship-level outdoor facilities for baseball and softball on 26 diamonds and for soccer, football, field hockey and lacrosse on 31 multi-purpose fields. The 377,000 sq. ft.-Event Center has 3 indoor fullsize fields, locker rooms, meeting space, restaurant and sports pub. The 88,000 sq. ft. -Pacers Athletic Center has 8 indoor courts for basketball and volleyball.
Field of Dreams Movie Site Dyersville, Iowa
1988
Home of the original Field of Dreams from the 1989 movie of the same name and the Baseball Factory Iowa Dreams Experience. The field is a baseball field and pop-culture tourist attraction. Sitting amidst the rolling Iowa cornfields, this 300acre attraction is a baseball field hosting youth baseball tournaments in the spring, summer and fall. Instructional weeks focus on improving overall athleticism, hitting, pitching, catching, infield and outfield. Tours: Guided 30-minute tours of the early 20th century homestead. Overnight home rentals are available. 20
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Classic Elegance on a Grand Scale A part of Indiana’s historical landscape since 1916, Laurel Hall was built as the home to one of Indiana’s wealthiest families. Owned and operated by the Phi Kappa Psi Foundation and home to the Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity national headquarters since 2006, Laurel Hall combines beauty and character with modern conveniences to create a perfect venue for any occasion.
Your guests will be wowed by the six-acres of grounds and 36,000 square feet this mansion boasts. Laurel Hall provides a great location for weddings up to 200 guests. Friends and family will marvel at the stained glass windows, architectural details, and ornate mantelpieces. The landscape provides a picturesque location for any ceremony.
With a value on the overall experience, Laurel Hall aims to provide our guests and their vendors with ample time to bring their event dreams to life. Our packages are designed to include time for our clients and their guest list to relax and enjoy their next great event.
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TBK Bank Sports Complex and Entertainment Center
2018
Bettendorf, Iowa
Home of sports leagues, tournaments and camps. Located off of I-80, the indoor complex houses an Olympic-size indoor soccer field that can also host baseball/softball games, basketball/volleyball courts, training facilities and restaurant. The outdoor facilities feature 2 lighted turf soccer fields, 10 turf baseball/softball diamonds and 5 sand volleyball courts. Rounding out the 75 acre-complex is the 2-story family entertainment center comprised of 32 bowling alleys, Quad City’s largest arcade, 2-story laser tag arena, 2 Escape rooms, meeting and banquet space, restaurant and sports bar.
Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex
2009
Overland Park, Kansas
Host of local, regional & national soccer tournaments. Recently named a top soccer city, Overland Park has one of the best soccer fields in the country. This popular 96acre soccer complex features 12 lighted, regulation-size, all-season synthetic turf fields, fieldhouse, concession stands, basketball, tennis and pickleball courts, multiple playgrounds for the athletes and their families plus a skate park. Other amenities include electronic video boards, locker rooms, meeting and event space, restaurant and 2 nearby golf courses. Rentals for tournaments, camps and clinics are available.
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
1884
Louisville, Kentucky
Home of the iconic Louisville Slugger Baseball Bat. Celebrate the extraordinary role Louisville Slugger baseball bats have played in baseball’s past, present and future. Included in the timed admission and factory tour are a visit to the main exhibit gallery, guided tour of the bat factory, a trip to the bat vault where 3,000 original models are stored, daily programming and exhibits in the theater and Pee Wee Reese exhibit gallery. Visitors receive a mini Louisville Slugger bat at the tour’s end. Tickets: $22/adult; book tickets online. Group packages and rates are available with advance reservations. 22
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A park for every passion Whether you’re looking to rev up or wind down, we’ve got a place just for you. Nestled in some of the state’s most beautiful settings, Kentucky State Parks offer a wide range of activities – from outdoor adventures to nature escapes – and accommodations from rustic campsites and cozy cabins to resort park lodges. Plus, 13 nationally recognized state park golf courses get you out on the links to soak up incredible views.
Book your summer getaway at parks.ky.gov!
Churchill Downs Louisville, Kentucky Capacity: 165,000
1875
Home of the Kentucky Derby - the longest continually running sporting event in America, the most exciting 2 minutes in sports – and Kentucky Oaks. Hosts Thoroughbred horse racing in Spring, September, Fall. Churchill Downs covers 175 acres, features a 1-mile dirt, oval racetrack and a 7/8-mile turf race course inside the main track. The Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks have run continuously since 1875. The race track has hosted the Breeders’ Cup World Championship 9 times. Tickets: $20/adult to the Kentucky Derby Museum includes a 25-minute guided walking tour of the track.
Caesars Superdome New Orleans, Louisiana Capacity: 73,208
1975
Home of the New Orleans Saints (NFL); Host of 7 Super Bowls and 8th in 2025, 4 BCS National Championship Games, Sugar Bowl (NCAA), 5 Men’s Final Four Basketball (NCAA), Bayou Classic, other events and concerts. An icon on the New Orleans skyline, the Superdome holds the world’s record for being the largest fixed dome structure and hosting the most Super Bowls of any other venue – at seven. The venue will host its eighth Super Bowl in 2025. When visiting, look for the Saints Hall of Fame Museum, located on Gate B, Plaza level, and Champions Square, an outdoor festival plaza.
Tiger Stadium
Baton Rouge, Louisiana Capacity: 102,321
1924
Home of the LSU Tigers football (SEC); Nicknamed “Death Valley;” 6th largest college football stadium. Since most of Tiger Stadium’s games are played at night under the lights – a tradition introduced in 1931, fans have plenty of time for the famous Tiger tailgating tradition before going to “Saturday Night in Death Valley.” After each LSU victory, the stadium’s north end lights up in “victory gold.” Plan a stop to see Mike the Tiger, the only live tiger living on a college campus in the U.S. The Tiger Habitat is across from the stadium between Bernie Moore Track Stadium and Pete Maravich Assembly Center. 24
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James A. Banks Sr. Portland Exposition Building
1915
Portland, Maine Capacity: 3,000
Home of Maine Celtics NBA G League team, Maine Roller Derby, high school basketball. Host of sporting events, concerts, trade shows and conferences. The second oldest arena in continuous operation (behind Boston’s Matthews Arena), the sports and exhibition venue is commonly referred to as the Portland “Expo.” Adjacent to Hadlock Field and the Portland Ice Arena, the complex is comprised of 5 inter-connected buildings with 10 meeting rooms in 24,000 sq. ft of exhibition space.
The Ripken Experience Aberdeen
2003
Aberdeen, Maryland Capacity: 6,000
Home of replicas of 9 iconic and historic MLB ballparks, used for baseball tournaments and camps in the spring, summer and fall. The first of the Ripken Experience youth baseball destinations opened in the Ripken’s hometown of Aberdeen along the I-95 corridor. Designed to provide a Big League experience to all participants, the familyfriendly complex features youth-sized replicas of notable MLB ballparks: Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Wrigley Field, Fenway Park, Citi Field, PNC Park, Nationals Park, Memorial Stadium, Citizens Bank & Old Yankee Stadium.
Babe Ruth Birthplace Museum
1974
Baltimore, Maryland
Home of the birthplace of Babe Ruth, born in 1895. The building became the official museum of the Baltimore Orioles in 1983 and expanded in 2015. Located 3 blocks west of Oriole Park at Camden Yards, visitors can follow the 60 baseballs painted on the sidewalk from the Babe Ruth statue at the ballpark to the Museum. Exhibits showcase the life and career of George Herman “Babe” Ruth. Tickets: $13/adult; 45-60 minute, self-guided tour. Rate for groups larger than 10 is $4/person; reserve in advance. Private tours are available. www.TRIPinfo.com | Sports
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Fenway Park
Boston, Massachusetts Capacity: 37,755
1912
Home of Boston Red Sox (MLB); the oldest MLB ballpark. Fenway Park was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2012. The park’s famous Green Monster – the 37’ 2”-high left field wall, part of the original construction – still has its manual scoreboard. Seating on top of the iconic wall was added in 2003. Tours: $25/adult, daily, year-round, 30 minutes, guided, walking; April 1 to October 31: 9am-5pm, November 1 to March 31: 10am-5pm. Tours depart at the top of each hour; purchase tickets online in advance.
Gillette Stadium
Foxborough, Massachusetts Capacity: 64,628
2002
Home of New England Patriots (NFL), New England Revolution (MLS). Located 29 miles from downtown Boston, the stadium area combines a taste of New England with football. Beginning with the 2023 NFL season, the stadium features a new, more prominent lighthouse that is the venue’s signature view. On non-game days, visitors to the stadium or adjacent Patriot Place may go to the top of the lighthouse to capture panoramic views of the stadium and surrounding area. Patriot Place has shops, entertainment, restaurants, hotels, cranberry bog and nature trail.
Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame
1959
Springfield, Massachusetts
Home to 400+ Hall of Fame inductees, features more than 40,000 square feet of basketball history. Sitting on the banks of the Connecticut River near the spot where the game was first played in 1891, the Hall of Fame building was designed to become one of the world’s most distinctive sports monuments. This silver sphere on Springfield’s skyline holds thousands of basketball artifacts, memorabilia, movies, images, interactive exhibits and Jerry Colangelo “Court of Dreams.” Tickets: $27/adult, presale; $29/adult, regular admission. Group tickets for 15 or more are $24/adult. 26
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Michigan Stadium Ann Arbor, Michigan Capacity: 107,601
1927
Home of Michigan Wolverines football (Big Ten) and women’s lacrosse (Big Ten); Nicknamed “The Big House;” largest college football stadium in the U.S. Michigan Stadium is the 3rd largest stadium in the world, behind Narendra Modi Stadium in India (132,000) and Rungrado 1st of May Stadium in Pyongyang, North Korea (115,000), and the world’s 34th largest sports venue. Prearranged, guided tours: $20/person, $10/person for non-profit groups and schools; 60-90 minutes; weekdays, scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance. Tours include trips to the field, tunnel, game day locker room.
Little Caesars Arena
Detroit, Michigan Capacity: 20,332 basketball; 19,515 ice hockey
2017
Home of the Detroit Red Wings (NHL), Detroit Pistons (NBA); host of 2024 Midwest Regional Men’s Basketball Championship (NCAA), U.S. Figure Skating Championships (2019), concerts, other sports and entertainment events. Little Caesars Arena is an 8-story multi-purpose arena in Midtown Detroit near the historic Fox Theatre, Comerica Park (home of the MLB’s Detroit Tigers) and Ford Field (home of the NFL’s Detroit Lions). Tours: $20/person, minimum group size is 4, schedule online in advance; 60-75 minute guided tour.
National Sports Center Blaine, Minnesota Capacity: 10,000
1990
Home of the world’s largest amateur sports facility, Minnesota United FC; Host of over 100 unique programs and events in a variety of sports, national & international competitions. The 660-acre multi-sport complex operates 100+ programs and events in a variety of sports. Facilities include 50+ multi-use athletic fields, NSC Stadium with a seating capacity of 5,500, indoor courts plus indoor fields for soccer, baseball, lacrosse, 18-hole golf course, the 8-rink Super Rink, which is the largest ice arena complex in the world, and an 180-bed residence hall. www.TRIPinfo.com | Sports
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U.S. Bank Stadium Minneapolis, Minnesota Capacity: 73,000
2016
Home of Minnesota Vikings (NFL), University of Minnesota Golden Gophers baseball (NCAA); Host of Super Bowl LII (2018), Summer X Games (2017-2020), NCAA Final Four (2019), high school sporting events. U.S. Bank Stadium is the 7th largest covered field sports stadium by capacity. The Vikings Voyage, a 10,000 sq. ft. interactive fan experience, is open during Viking events. Public tours: $29/adult, 90-minute guided, walking; Ultimate Touchdown Tour: $99/adult, 120 minutes. Group tours are available; price depends on the number of guests; complete tour request form for more info.
Target Field
Minneapolis, Minnesota Capacity: 39,504
2010
Home of the Minnesota Twins (MLB); host of the Major League Baseball All-Star Game (2014), other sporting events and concerts. Ranked #1 baseball stadium experience in North America by ESPN The Magazine. Sitting in the historic warehouse district of downtown Minneapolis, the outdoor ballpark features one of the closest seating bowls to the playing field in all of MLB. Tours: $20/adult, 90 minutes, guided, April-October. Tours start at 11am & 2pm; game day tours typically begin at 11am & 1pm. Postseason Tours: $50/ticket, 120 minutes. Advance reservations are recommended.
Vaught-Hemingway Stadium Oxford, Mississippi Capacity: 64,038
1915
Home of the University of Mississippi Rebels football (SEC); the largest stadium in Mississippi, the 32nd largest college stadium in the U.S. and one of the oldest stadiums in college football; host of concerts, events. Tailgating in the The Grove, a 10-acre green space in the middle of campus, has been called the best tailgating experience in the nation. Outside the stadium, the focal points of Vaught plaza are the 60-foot Lloyd Bell Tower, welcoming visitors to the stadium, and the statue of Rebel head coach Johnny Vaught who guided Ole Miss to 3 national titles and 4 SEC titles from 1947-1970. 28
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Ballparks of America
Branson, Missouri St. Louis Cardinal Stadium Capacity: 500
2016
Home of spring and fall tournaments, clinics and leagues plus week-long summer baseball tournaments. The sports complex is known for its 2/3 replicas of 5 historic MLB ballparks in Chicago, Boston, St. Louis, Kansas City and Brooklyn. Providing a memorable baseball experience by living and playing like a Major League star, players and coaches stay in team suites that are modeled after Major League clubhouses and equipped with full-size personal lockers, private showers, air conditioning, indoor batting cages, arcade, laser tag and escape rooms.
MetraPark
Billings, Montana Capacity: 12,000
1975
Host of MontanaFair, rodeos, equestrian and livestock shows, basketball, volleyball, hockey, boxing/wrestling other sports, concerts, trade shows and special events. The multi-use complex, covering 189 acres, houses several facilities: First Interstate Arena, a huge venue with a seating capacity of 12,000 used by Montana’s largest rodeos, ice shows, motorsports events, concerts; Montana Pavilion, a multi-purpose exhibit building; Expo Center, MetraPark’s largest multi-purpose exhibit building; and other smaller buildings, horse barns, parks and a large pond.
Charles Schwab Field Omaha, Nebraska Capacity: 24,000
2011
Home to the NCAA Division I Men’s College World Series and Creighton Bluejays baseball (NCAA). Having hosted the CWS since 2011, the premiere sports and outdoor entertainment venue is located in downtown Omaha near the Old Market entertainment district. The sports venue is known for terrific site lines while watching on-field action and for its concourse that completely circles the field above the chairback seats, providing more views of the field. Tours: Behind-the-scenes, walking, small fee charged, schedule at least 10 days in advance. www.TRIPinfo.com | Sports
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Las Vegas Motor Speedway Las Vegas, Nevada Capacity: 123,000
1996
Home of NASCAR, NHRA, short track racing, dirt racing, drifting, street racing; Host of the Electric Daisy Carnival; the 11th largest motor racing venue in the world. The 1,200-acre, race track complex has one of the longest NASCAR tracks – a 1.5-mile oval. The 125,000 sq. ft. Neon Garage in the track’s infield features live entertainment, access to drivers and their teams and is home to the Winner’s Circle. Tours: $15/adult; Mon-Fri, 10am-3pm. Drive a NASCAR, Indy-style or GT race car during the Race Experiences.
Allegiant Stadium Paradise, Nevada Capacity: 65,000
2020
Home of the Las Vegas Raiders (NFL), University of Nevada Las Vegas Rebels football (Mountain West); Host of Pac-12 Championship Game, Las Vegas Bowl, 2022 & 2023 Pro Bowl, Super Bowl LVIII (2024), concerts. The fully enclosed, climate-controlled, silver and black stadium sits on 62 acres, just west of I-15, adjacent to the world-famous Las Vegas Strip. Tours: $65.99/adult; 75 minutes, guided, walking. See the Al Davis Memorial Torch, Broadcast Booth, locker rooms, go onto the field, more or upgrade to the Tour + Drink & View: $84.99/person. Reserve in advance.
New Hampshire Motorspeedway
1990
Loudon, New Hampshire Capacity: 105,491 Host of NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, several regional professional racing series, monthly race weekends, amateur series events; Gift of Lights. Located on approximately 1,200 acres, the multi-use complex is the largest sports and entertainment facility in New England. It features a 1.058-mile oval speedway, a 1.6-mile road course, a 0.25-mile mini oval and a 0.25mile dirt flat track. Driving Experiences are available to those who would like to go behind the wheel around the track at “race speed” or ride along over the 1.6-mile race course. 30
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MetLife Stadium
East Rutherford, New Jersey Capacity: 82,500
2010
Home of the New York Giants and New York Jets (NFL); Host to Super Bowl XLVIII (2014), 2024 NHL Stadium Series, 2026 FIFA World Cup; one of the largest stadiums in the NFL and one of the highest grossing stadiums. The stadium is one of 2 NFL stadiums shared by 2 NFL teams; the other is SoFi Stadium. The stadium changes between Jets Green and Giants Blue for the home team. Seats on the 50 yard line are 46 feet away from the field. Group Tours: 90 minutes, Monday-Friday 10am, 1pm, 4pm for ≥10 people; $17/person or $180 for groups under 10 people. Reserve tours at least a week in advance.
Aggie Memorial Stadium Las Cruces, New Mexico Capacity: 28,853
1978
Home of New Mexico State Aggies football (NCAA - FBS Independent), high school rivalry football games, concerts and other large outdoor gatherings. Sitting at an elevation of 3,980 feet above sea level, between I-25 and I-10 on the eastern edge of the New Mexico State main campus, the stadium is one of the finest sports facilities in the Southwest. Featuring a ‘berm’ type of structure, the field is slightly below ground level with seats both above and below the natural ground level. This design affords fan-pleasing views of the field and stunning surrounding mountains.
UBS Arena
Elmont, New York Capacity: 18,500
2021
Home of the New York Islanders (NHL) and concerts. Located in historic Belmont Park directly adjacent to the New York City limits, New York’s newest premier entertainment and sports venue is the only arena in metro New York that was made for music and built for hockey with great sightlines and preeminent acoustics for both. Its design was inspired by iconic New York landmarks, including Central Park, Ebbets Field, Grand Central Terminal, Park Avenue Armory and Prospect Park Boathouse. The arena has the largest arena scoreboard in New York State. 32
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Yankee Stadium Bronx, New York Capacity: 50,287
2009
Home of New York Yankees (MLB), New York City Football Club (MLS); Host of football games and Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl (NCAA-football). Located one block from the original Yankee Stadium, the home of 27-time World Series Champions includes replicas of the former stadium’s features and houses the New York Yankees Museum. Tours: $33/adult. Group Tours for ≥20: $18/person, 60 minutes; Classic Tour of Yankee Stadium visits Monument Park, New York Yankees Museum, press box and/or dugout. Book tours in advance.
National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
1939
Cooperstown, New York
Home to Hall of Famers; features baseball history, artifacts, showcases memorable moments on the field. The 3-story National Baseball Hall of Fame showcases one-of-a-kind artifacts that bring the game’s history to life, immersive exhibits that explore pivotal moments, photographs and film of the game’s greatest moments, a short film and the iconic Hall of Fame Plaque Gallery. Tour: $28/adult; allow 2 hours for a visit to the museum. Buy timed-tickets up to 90 days in advance. Groups: $26/adult; submit reservation request at least 5 days in advance to qualify for group rates.
NASCAR Hall of Fame Charlotte, North Carolina
2010
Home to NASCAR Hall of Famers; features the history, heritage and future of NASCAR. Designed to educate and entertain race fans and nonfans, the high-tech, interactive entertainment, 86,500 sq. ft. museum includes artifacts, more than 50 handson exhibits, a 278-person state-of-the-art theater, Hall of Honor, restaurant and NASCAR Hall of Fame Gear Shop. General Admission: $27/adult. Guided, 2-hour tours are available on Mondays and Fridays at 1pm for an additional $19. Group rates for ≥15 people are $22, reserve in advance. 34
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Kidd Brewer Stadium Boone, North Carolina Capacity: 30,000
1962
Home of Appalachian State University Mountaineer football (Sun Belt Conference); Nicknamed “The Rock.” Surrounded by the natural beauty of the North Carolina High Country, “The Rock” is one of the most scenic sports venues in the country. The stadium sits 3,333 feet above sea level, making it the highest stadium of all FBS schools in the eastern U.S. “The Rock” has undergone substantial renovations and expansions over the last several years, including the addition of meeting space in the adjacent 120,000-sq.-ft. Mark E. Ricks Athletics Complex.
Scheels Arena Fargo, North Dakota Capacity: 5,000
2008
Home of Fargo Force (USHL), Fargo high school hockey; Host of Olympic 2018 Curling Nationals, youth hockey, basketball, concerts and other events. Sitting on 15 acres just south of I-94, this multi-purpose, state-of-the-art venue is part of the Sanford Health Athletic Park and is primarily used for hockey although it hosts a variety of sports, concerts and trade shows. The building features two multi-purpose hockey rinks with variable seating configurations, onsite training center, locker rooms and an officials’ room.
Ohio Stadium Columbus, Ohio Capacity: 102,780
1922
Home of the Ohio State Buckeyes football (Big Ten); Called the Horseshoe, the Shoe and the House that Harley Built (Harley was the Buckeyes’ first three-time All-American); 4th largest college stadium in the U.S. The double-decked, horseshoe-shaped stadium is a monument to college football. Sitting on the banks of the Olentangy River, the historic venue was added to the National Register for Historic Places in 1974. Tours: 10 people or less: $200, 90 minutes; guided, walking. Monday - Friday (not Friday before home games): 9am-4:30pm; schedule 2 weeks in advance. 36
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Pro Football Hall of Fame Canton, Ohio
1963
Home of the National Football League (NFL) Hall of Fame and professional football museum; achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) in 2017, becoming the first major sports museum to be accredited. The hall of fame pays tribute to the talents and triumphs of pro football’s greatest legends through stories, exhibits, game footage, films, gallery and Lombardi Trophy. Tickets: $45/adult, 3-4 hours. Tours: add $15/person, guided, 60-90 minutes, daily for Insider’s Museum Tour. VIP Tour: $2,000 for a group of ≥20, 60 minutes.
Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium
1925
Norman, Oklahoma Capacity: 86,112
Home of Oklahoma Sooners football (Big 12); the largest sports arena in Oklahoma, 2nd largest in the Big 12 and 14th largest college football stadium in the nation. The enclosed, bowl-shaped stadium on the east side of the University of Oklahoma campus is also known as Owen Field and the “Palace on the Prairie”. Prior to home games, Sooner fans gather on the lawn immediately north of the stadium for Party at the Palace, an interactive fan entertainment area. Tours of the college campus include a visit to the historic football arena.
Rose Quarter Portland, Oregon Capacity: 20,000
1995
Home of the Portland Trail Blazers (NBA) and Portland Winterhawks (WHL); host of 2005 U.S. Figure Skating Championships, basketball and hockey games, concerts, other sporting and entertainment events. Located on the east bank of the Willamette River, the 30-acre sports and entertainment district is home to the Moda Center – a 20,000-seat multi-purpose arena, the 12,000-seat Veterans Memorial Coliseum (1961), an Exhibit Hall and 6,500-seat Alaska Airlines’ Theater of the Clouds. The facilities are connected by Rose Quarter Commons, Portland’s largest outdoor public plaza. 38
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Beaver Stadium
University Park, Pennsylvania Capacity: 106,572
1960
Home of Penn State Nittany Lions football (Big Ten); 2nd largest college football stadium in the U.S. When Penn State began playing football in 1893, their playing field was the 500-seat Beaver Field and, in 1909, New Beaver Field. Construction of Beaver Stadium began when that field was disassembled, moved to the new site and reassembled for the new stadium. Tours: $200 for up to 10 people, then $15/person. Request tours through the Penn State All-Sports Museum online request form. Visit the museum, showcasing Penn State athletic history, at the southwest corner of the stadium.
PPG Paints Arena
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Capacity: Hockey - 18,187; Basketball - 19,000
2010
Home of the Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL); host of the Stanley Cup Finals (2016); 1st, 2nd & 3rd rounds of the 2012, 2015, 2018, 2022 NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship, NCAA Frozen Four Hockey Championship. The indoor multi-purpose arena is the only NHL LEED gold certified sports facility in North America. Serving the western Pennsylvania region, the state-of-the-art venue hosts sporting events, concerts and shows. Tours: $15/person, 75- 90 minutes, walking; tour routes, dates & times vary. Groups of 15 or more may call Group Sales Department to schedule tour.
Amica Mutual Pavilion Providence, Rhode Island Capacity: 14,000
1971
Home of Providence Bruins (AHL), development team for the Boston Bruins (NHL) and the Providence College Friars men’s basketball (Big East); host of other sporting events, concerts and trade shows. Known to locals as “The AMP PVD,” New England’s premier multi-use entertainment arena is located in the heart of downtown Providence. The venue is connected by sky-bridge to the Rhode Island Convention Center and surrounded by the city’s thriving art scene, culinary destinations and 1,800 hotel rooms – all within walking distance. www.TRIPinfo.com | Sports
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International Tennis Hall of Fame
1954
Newport, Rhode Island
Home of the International Tennis Hall of Fame; host of Infosys Hall of Fame Open and Enshrinement Weekend, the only pro grass court tournament played in the U.S. Set in The Newport Casino, a National Historic Landmark opened in 1880, the Hall of Fame preserves and promotes the history of tennis and celebrates its champions with multi-media experiences, videos and artifacts. The 7-acre property is also an active year-round tennis facility, featuring 13 grass tennis courts and 6 hard courts. Tickets: $20/adult for museum + grounds. Self-guided and guided group tours are available.
Whitney Field
Aiken, South Carolina
1882
Home of the Aiken Polo Club; Host of Spring (Aprilmid-June) and Fall (Sept.-mid-Nov.) Polo seasons; the oldest polo field in continuous use in the U.S. Known for raising thoroughbred horses since the Revolutionary War, South Carolina’s Thoroughbred Country has a long equestrian tradition. In the early 1900s, wealthy Northerners came to Aiken to escape the harsh winters and play equestrian sports on Whitney Field. Today, Whitney Field sits off Mead Avenue, an unpaved road, like all important roads in Aiken’s historic horse district, and attracts players from all over the world.
SRP Park
North Augusta, South Carolina Capacity: 5,000
2018
Home of the Augusta GreenJackets, Minor League Single-A Affiliate of the Atlanta Braves; host of concerts, shows, races and other events; voted the best minor league ballpark in 2018. Located near another famous sports venue – Augusta National Golf Club, SRP Park is all about baseball and entertainment. Featuring a gorgeous view of the Savannah River, the ballpark is surrounded by shops and restaurants and offers a kid zone during games. Tours: Pre-arranged group tours are available on nongame days, call in advance to schedule a group tour. 40
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Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
2014
Sioux Falls, South Dakota Capacity: 12,000
Home of the Sioux Falls Stampede (USHL). Sioux Falls Storm (Indoor Football League); host of the Summit League’s men’s and women’s annual basketball tournaments, other large sporting events and concerts. The multi-purpose arena is now the largest indoor arena in South Dakota and the largest venue between Omaha and Fargo and between Minneapolis/St. Paul and Denver. Near I-29 & I-90, the 4-level venue connects to the Sioux Falls Arena and Sioux Falls Convention Center and sits between Canaries Stadium, one of the oldest ballparks in the American Association, and Howard Wood Field.
Rocky Top Sports World
Gatlinburg, Tennessee Capacity: 1,500 at championship stadium
2014
Host of youth sporting events and tournaments including soccer, lacrosse, football, ultimate Frisbee, band, basketball and volleyball. In the heart of the Smoky Mountains, the 80-acre, stateof-the-art sports complex features indoor and outdoor facilities. Outdoor facilities include 7 synthetic turf fields, including a championship stadium with seating for 1,500 spectators and a press box. The 86,000 sq. ft. indoor multi-sport and events center features 6 hardwood basketball courts, 12 volleyball courts, bleacher seating, grill area and team meeting rooms.
Neyland Stadium Knoxville, Tennessee Capacity: 101,915
1921
Home of Tennessee Volunteers football (SEC); largest college stadium in the South, 5th largest college stadium in the U.S., 8th largest stadium in the world. The orange and white checkerboard end zones and power ‘T’ in the center of the field - as seen on the team’s football helmets – have become stadium icons. Fans traveling to the game via the Tennessee River are known as the Vol Navy. Tours: $20/adult, guided, walking, 65 minutes, 10am Monday-Thursday, pre-purchased tickets required. Large groups, private tours contact direct. 42
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Bristol Motor Speedway Bristol, Tennessee Capacity: 160,000
Home of 2 NASCAR Cup Series, NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals; Host of the annual Speedway in Lights. Nicknamed “The Last Great Colosseum;” 3rd largest motor racing venue in the U.S., 6th largest in the world. Tennessee’s second most-visited attraction is the worldfamous 0.533-mile, concrete oval track that is also one of NASCAR’s shortest and most popular tracks. The complex includes the Bristol Dragway, a quarter-mile dragstrip. Tours include a lap around the high banks of the Speedway, a trip through Thunder Valley at the Dragway, and a visit to a luxury skybox. Photo credit: BMS/NK Photography
Kyle Field
College Station, Texas Capacity: 102,733
1905
Home of the Texas A&M Aggies football (SEC); 4th largest college stadium in the U.S, 6th largest stadium in the world; known as “The Home of the 12th Man.” The Texas Aggies opened the 2015 football season in this newly renovated and expanded stadium. Located at Entry 3 on the west side of the stadium, Ford Hall of Champions features exhibits and interactive displays that chronicle the greatest moments and student-athletes of Texas A&M. Standing in nearby Rudder Plaza is the lifesize bronze statue of the university’s trademark and the famous original 12th Man, E. King Gill.
Old Settlers Park Round Rock, Texas Capacity: 20,000
1980s
Home of sports leagues, tournaments and festivals. Old Settlers Park is a sports destination in the youth and amateur sports leagues. The 645-acre park has a 20-field baseball complex, a 5-field softball complex, 7 soccer fields, 2 lighted football fields, a multi-purpose field complex, 12 lighted tennis courts, 18-hole professionally designed disc golf course, cricket field, 2 sand volleyball courts, remote control airplane take-off and landing strip, 3.3 miles of paved trails & more. The park is also a place to visit one of the 7 playgrounds, grill and play horseshoes at the 40 picnic areas or pavilions. www.TRIPinfo.com | Sports
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Globe Life Field Arlington, Texas Capacity: 40,300
2020
Home of the Texas Rangers (MLB); host of the 2020 National League Championship Series, the 2020 & 2023 World Series and the 2020 National Finals Rodeo (NFR). Major League Baseball’s newest stadium has a retractable roof to protect the games from rain delays and fans from the sweltering summer heat. The field is 1 of 5 ML ballparks featuring synthetic grass. The new ballpark is near AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys (NFL). Tours: $25/adult, guided, 60 minutes; private group tours for ≥20: $20/adult. Premium ($28) and pregame ($45) group tours are available.
Russell Creek Park Plano, Texas
1999
Home of a cricket league; host of youth soccer and occasionally lacrosse or football tournaments; host of an international cricket tournament. A premier soccer park, Russell Creek also has the distinction of being the only park in North America with seven cricket fields in a single location and the host of many cricket events and tournaments during the year. The park has 20 full-size sport fields for soccer, lacrosse, rugby or football; 10 of these are lighted with shaded bleacherettes. The park has 4 lighted baseball fields with bleacherettes.
Ford Center at the Star Frisco, Texas Capacity: 12,000
2016
Home of the Dallas Cowboys (NFL), Frisco Independent School District (ISD) high school varsity football, soccer and other events. The Star is the 91-acre campus of the Dallas Cowboys World Headquarters, corporate offices and practice facility. Within The Star is the Ford Center, a state-ofthe-art, multi-purpose indoor stadium. The Star also features an entertainment district with restaurants, shops and the Omni hotel. Guided Tour: $40/adult; see the Ford Center, War Room, Nike Star Walk, Super Bowl Memorabilia & Station. 44
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Roy Anderson Sports Complex
2010
Big Spring, Texas
Host of youth sports tournaments and baseball, softball, soccer and football games.. Located off of I-20 near the intersection with US Highway 87 in the West Texas oasis of Big Spring, this 70-acre recreational sports facility offers seven lighted softball fields, five baseball fields, five soccer fields, two football fields and a practice field for leagues, organizations and individuals. Park amenities, such as concession stands, restrooms, bleachers, playground and picnic tables, add to team and spectator experiences.
Delta Center
Salt Lake City, Utah Capacity: 18,206 (NBA)
1991
Home of the Utah Jazz (NBA); host of 1993 and 2023 NBA All-Star Weekend, 2 NBA Finals, 1999 U.S. Figure Skating Championships, figure skating and short track speed skating events at the 2002 Olympic Winter Games, concerts, other sports and entertainment events. The arena’s signature, illuminated black Jazz Note statue, measuring 14 feet high and 21 feet wide, welcomes visitors on the plaza before they enter the 12,000-sq.ft. atrium with an exclusive Utah Jazz Team Store. The arena is on the west side of downtown, 2 blocks from the Salt Palace Convention Center and near Temple Square.
Gutterson Fieldhouse Burlington, Vermont Capacity: 4,007
1963
Home of the University of Vermont Catamounts men’s and women’s hockey (Hockey East Conference), recreational skating, hockey, broomball; host of high school state ice hockey championships, U.S. men’s and women’s national ice hockey teams. Also known as “The Gut,” this historic arena is the largest indoor arena in Vermont. The barrel-shaped, wooden arena is a top winter attraction in Vermont and typically packed with UVM supporters. This has earned the intimate venue the reputation of being one of the toughest places for visiting teams to play. 46
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Lane Stadium/Worsham Field 1965 Blacksburg, Virginia Capacity: 65,632
Home of Virginia Tech Hokies football (ACC). Sitting in the mountains of the New River Valley at 2,057 feet above sea level, the stadium is the 2nd highest among all FBS schools in the eastern U.S. – behind Kidd Brewer Stadium at Appalachian State University. The stadium is regarded as one of the best places to watch a college football game. Virginia Tech’s Hall of Fame museum is located on the west side of the football stadium. Covering 2 stories, the museum features all Hokie sports with galleries, display and interactive screens. It is open Monday - Friday from 9am to 3pm.
Lumen Field
Seattle, Washington Capacity: 68,000
2002
Home of the Seattle Seahawks (NFL) & Seattle Sounders FC (MLS); OL Reign (NWSL), Seattle Sea Dragons (XFL), host of FIFA World Cup 2026 and special events. Recently named the Best NFL Stadium in the USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Lumen Field sits in Seattle’s SoDo neighborhood. The multi-purpose venue is known for the great views of the field, panoramic views of the downtown Seattle skyline and Puget Sound and being the loudest stadium in the NFL. Tours: $25/adult, guided, 75 minutes, advance ticket purchases are advised; private tours are available.
Poor House Farm Park Martinsburg, West Virginia
1881
Host of equestrian events, youth football, lacrosse games, disc golf tournaments. Nestled between the mountains just outside of Martinsburg, the 207-acre sprawling park consists of Emmert Field Youth Football Complex, soccer fields, sand volleyball court, 27-hole Disc Golf Course, stocked 5-acre lake, stocked trout stream, playground and 7 miles of hiking/jogging trails. The Henry Equestrian Arena hosts equestrian events throughout the year. Rental facilities include the historic Poor House Farm Barn, Rotary Pavilion and Kester Pavilion. 48
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Lambeau Field Green Bay, Wisconsin Capacity: 81,441
1957
Home of the Green Bay Packers (NFL); Known as Titletown USA, the Frozen Tundra; 2nd largest NFL stadium and the largest venue in Wisconsin. Site of the first NFL Championship game, the outdoor stadium is the oldest continually operating NFL stadium, and the first stadium built just for an NFL team. Classic tour: $21/adult, 60 minutes, walking .5 mile; Champions tour: $27/adult, 90 minutes, walking 1 mile; Legendary tour: $36/adult, 120 minutes, walking 1.5 miles. Combo tickets include tour, Hall of Fame or trolley tour. Booked private group tours in advance.
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Milwaukee, Wisconsin Capacity: 18,000
2018
Home of the Milwaukee Bucks (NBA), Marquette University Golden Eagles men’s basketball (Big East), hockey, boxing, concerts and entertainment events. The state-of-the-art, 714,000 sq. ft. arena is surrounded by a 30-acre new district that will combine entertainment, residential and commercial spaces and transform downtown Milwaukee and spur growth when complete. Tours: $20/adult, 90 minutes, guided, walking. Tours are limited to 25 guests. Private group tours: $375 for 15 people or less; add $20 for each additional person; must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance.
War Memorial Stadium Laramie, Wyoming Capacity: 29,181
1950
Home of the University of Wyoming Cowboys football (Mountain West Conference); nicknamed “The War;” largest stadium in Wyoming. Located near I-80 on the University of Wyoming campus, the outdoor stadium is the highest field in Division I FBS in the nation, sitting at 7,220 feet above sea level. The scenic facility sits between the Rocky Mountains’ Snowy Range to the west and the Laramie Range to the east. The Cowboys theme runs throughout the venue including the iconic “Steamboat” symbol of a bucking horse and rider outline at midfield. 50
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Alabama FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Helen Keller Condoleezza Rice Hank Aaron Nat King Cole Emmylou Harris Coretta Scott King Carl Lewis
Capital: Montgomery Population: 4,903,185 Time Zone: Central Statehood: December 14, 1819 (22nd) Bird: Yellowhammer Flower: Camellia Nickname: The Cotton State Song: “Alabama”
California FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Shirley Temple Black Leonardo DiCaprio Steve Jobs Mickey Mouse Richard M. Nixon Sally Ride Tiger Woods
FACTS:
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Population: 731,545
Holly Madison Curt Schilling Sarah Palin Archie Van Winkle James Morrison Jewel Wyatt Earp Carlos Boozer
Arizona FAMOUS PEOPLE: Joe Jonas Stevie Nicks Geronimo Barbara Eden Kerry Strug Emma Stone Shawn Michaels Jordin Sparks
Capital: Juneau Time Zone: Alaska / Aleutian Statehood: January 3, 1959 (49th) Bird: Willow ptarmigan Flower: Alpine Forget-me-not Nickname: The Last Frontier Song: “Alaska’s Flag”
Capital: Phoenix Population: 7,278,717 Time Zone: Mountain Statehood: February 14, 1912 (48th) Bird: Cactus Wren Flower: Saguaro Blossom Nickname: The Constitution State Song: “Arizona” Tree: Palo Verde
Arkansas FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Paul “Bear” Bryant Dizzy Dean Sonny Liston Conway Twitty John Grisham Johnny Cash Bill Clinton
Capital: Little Rock Population: 3,017,804 Time Zone: Central Statehood: June 15, 1836 (25th) Bird: Mockingbird Flower: Apple Blossom Nickname: The Natural State Song: “Arkansas, Oh Arkansas” Tree: Pine
Time Zone: Pacific Statehood: September 9, 1850 (31st) Bird: California Valley Quail Flower: California Poppy Nickname: The Golden State Song: “I Love You, California”
Colorado FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Tim Allen Jon Heder John Kerry Jack Dempsey David Fincher Byron R. White John Hall
Tree: Sitka Spruce
FACTS:
Population: 39,512,223
Tree: Coast Redwood & Giant Redwood
Tree: Longleaf Pine
Alaska
Capital: Sacramento
Capital: Denver Population: 5,758,736 Time Zone: Mountain Statehood: August 1st, 1876 (38th) Bird: Lark Bunting Flower: Rocky Mountain Columbine Nickname: Centennial State Song: “Where the Columbines Grow” Tree: Blue Spruce
Connecticut FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Noah Webster Michael Bolton George W. Bush Vint Cerf Katharine Hepburn J. P. Morgan Benedict Arnold John Mayer
Capital: Hartford Population: 3,565,287 Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: January 05, 1788 (5th) Bird: Robin Flower: Mountain Laurel Nickname: The Constitution State Song: “Yankee Doodle” Tree: White Oak
Delaware FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Valerie Bertinelli Eleuthere Irenee du Pont de Nemours Henry Heimlich Robert Mitchum George Read Judge Reinhold Caesar Rodney
Capital: Dover Population: 973,764 Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: December 7, 1787 (1st) Bird: Blue Hen Chicken Flower: Peach Blossom Nickname: The First State Song: “Our Delaware” Tree: American Holly
Florida FAMOUS PEOPLE: Ariana Grande Ray Lewis Pat Boone Steve Carlton Frances Langford Osceola Sidney Poitier Janet Reno
FACTS: Capital: Tallahassee Population: 21,477,737 Time Zone: Eastern & Central Statehood: March 3, 1845 (27th) Bird: Northern Mockingbird Flower: Orange Blossom Nickname: The Sunshine State Song: “Florida, Where the Sawgrass...” Tree: Cabbage Palmetto
Georgia FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Martin Luther King, Jr. James (Jimmy) E. Carter Rosalynn Carter Ty Cobb Clarence Thomas Ryan Seacrest Gladys Knight Julia Roberts
Capital: Atlanta Population: 10,617,423 Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: January 2, 1788 (4th) Bird: Brown Thrasher Flower: Cherokee Rose Nickname: Empire State of the South Song: “Georgia On My Mind” Tree: Live Oak
Hawaii
FACTS:
Illinois
FAMOUS PEOPLE: Ronald Reagan Robin Williams Betty White Harrison Ford Hillary Clinton Ernest Hemingway Quincy Jones Raquel Welch
FACTS: Capital: Springfield Population: 12,671,821 Time Zone: Central Statehood: December 03, 1818 (21st) Bird: Cardinal Flower: Violet Nickname: The Prairie State Song: “Illinois” Tree: White Oak
Indiana FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Jimmy Hoffa Florence Henderson Evan Bayh Michael Jackson Steve McQueen Janet Jackson James Dean David Letterman
Capital: Indianapolis Population: 6,732,219 Time Zone: Eastern & Central Statehood: December 11, 1816 (19th) Bird: Cardinal Flower: Peony Nickname: The Hoosier State Song: “On the Banks of the Wabash, Far Away” Tree: Tulip
FACTS:
Capital: Honolulu
Iowa
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Population: 1,415,872
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Population: 3,155,070
Barack Obama Bruno Mars Nicole Kidman Bethany Hamilton Marcus Mariota Kelly Preston K. Megan McArthur Don Ho
Time Zone: Hawaii-Aleutian
Jerry Mathers Kurt Warner Mamie Eisenhower Ashton Kutcher John Wayne Cloris Leachman Shawn Johnson Halston
Time Zone: Central
Idaho
FACTS:
FAMOUS PEOPLE: Sarah Palin Aaron Paul Lana Turner Harmon Killebrew Ezra Pound Mike Riley
Statehood: August 21, 1959 (50th) Bird: Nene Flower: Yellow Hibiscus Nickname: The Aloha State Song: “Hawaii Ponoi, Hawaii Own” Tree: Candlenut
Capital: Boise Population: 1,787,065 Time Zone: Pacific Statehood: July 3, 1890 (43rd) Bird: Mountain Bluebird Flower: Syringa Nickname: Gem State Song: “Here We Have Idaho” Tree: Western White Pine
Kansas
FAMOUS PEOPLE: Amelia Earhart Burt Bacharach Joanna Gaines Gale Sayers Ed Asner Martina McBride Annette Bening
Capital: Des Moines
Statehood: December 28, 1846 (29th) Bird: American Goldfinch Flower: Rose Nickname: The Hawkeye State Song: “The Song of Iowa” Tree: Oak
FACTS: Capital: Topeka Population: 2,913,314 Time Zone: Central Statehood: January 29, 1861 (34th) Bird: Meadowlark Flower: Sunflower Nickname: The Sunflower State Song: “Home on the Range” Tree: Cottonwood
Kentucky FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Muhammad Ali George Clooney Johnny Depp Duncan Hines Wynonna Judd Abraham Lincoln Diane Sawyer
Capital: Frankfort Population: 4,467,673 Time Zone: Eastern & Central Statehood: June 1, 1792 (15th) Bird: Cardinal Flower: Goldenrod Nickname: The Bluegrass State Song: “My Old Kentucky Home” Tree: Tulip Tree
Massachusetts FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: John F. Kennedy Dr. Seuss Benjamin Franklin John Adams George H. W. Bush Matt Damon Mark Wahlberg Matt LeBlanc
Capital: Boston Population: 6,892,503 Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: February 06, 1788 6th) Bird: Black-Capped Chickadee Flower: May Flower Nickname: The Bay State Song: “Hail, Massachusetts” Tree: American Elm
Louisiana FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Harry Connick Jr. Frank Ocean Reese Witherspoon Truman Capote Jared Leto Mahalia Jackson Peyton Manning Quvenzhané Wallis
Maine FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Capital: Baton Rouge Population: 4,648,794 Time Zone: Central Statehood: April 30, 1812 (18th) Bird: Brown Pelican Flower: Magnolia Nickname: The Pelican State Song: “Give Me Louisiana“ Tree: Bald Cypress
FACTS: Capital: Augusta
Population: 1,344,212 Judd Nelson Time Zone: Eastern Linda Lavin Statehood: March 15, 1820 (23rd) Patrick Dempsey Bird: Chickadee Nelson Rockefeller Flower: White Pine Cone & Tassel Stephen King Nickname: The Pine Tree State Elijah Lovejoy Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Song: “State Song of Maine” Tree: White Pine
Maryland FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Barbara Mikulski Reginald F. Lewis Harriet Tubman Frederick Douglass Michael Phelps Julie Bowen John Wilkes Booth Nora Roberts
Capital: Annapolis Population: 6,045,680 Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: April 28, 1788 (7th) Bird: Baltimore Oriole Flower: Black-eyed Susan Nickname: Old Line State Song: “Maryland My Maryland” Tree: White Oak
Michigan FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Serena Williams Tom Selleck Burt Reynolds Magic Johnson Madonna Stevie Wonder Henry Ford Kid Rock
Capital: Lansing Population: 9,986,857 Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: January 26, 1837 (26th) Bird: Robin Flower: Apple Blossom Nickname: The Wolverine State Song: “Michigan, My Michigan” Tree: White Pine
Minnesota FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: F. Scott Fitzgerald Bob Dylan Chris Pratt Judy Garland Steve Martin Vince Vaughn J. Paul Getty Lindsey Vonn
Capital: St. Paul Population: 5,639,632 Time Zone: Central Statehood: May 11, 1858 (32nd) Bird: Common Loon Flower: Lady Slipper Nickname: The Land of 10,000 Lakes Song: “Hail! Minnesota” Tree: Red Pine
Mississippi FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Elvis Presley Oprah Winfrey Faith Hill James Earl Jones Brett Favre Jimmy Buffett B.B. King
Capital: Jackson Population: 2,976,149 Time Zone: Central Statehood: December 10, 1817 (20th) Bird: Mockingbird Flower: Magnolia Nickname: The Magnolia State Song: “Go Mis-sis-sip-pi”
Nevada FAMOUS PEOPLE: Pat Nixon Julia Mancuso Harry Reid Sarah Winnemucca Andre Agassi Jenna Jameson Rutina Wesley
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
George Washington Carver Calamity Jane Maya Angelou Langston Hughes Mark Twain Eminem Harry S. Truman Jon Hamm
Capital: Jefferson City Population: 6,137,428 Time Zone: Central Statehood: August 10, 1821 (24th) Bird: Bluebird Flower: Hawthorn Nickname: The Show Me State Song: “Missouri Waltz” Tree: Dogwood
Capital: Carson City Population: 3,080,156 Time Zone: Pacific & Mountain Statehood: October 31, 1864 (36th) Bird: Bluebird Flower: Sagebrush Nickname: Silver State Song: “Home Means Nevada” Tree: Pine
Tree: Magnolia
Missouri FACTS:
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Capital: Concord
FAMOUS PEOPLE: Robert Frost John Irving Mandy Moore Franklin Pierce Alan Shepard Bode Miller E.E. Cummings
Population: 1,359,711 Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: June 21, 1788 (9th) Bird: Purple Finch Flower: Purple Lilac Nickname: The Granite State Song: “Old New Hampshire” Tree: White Birch
Montana FACTS:
New Jersey FACTS:
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Michelle Williams Evel Knievel Gary Cooper Patrick Duffy Myrna Loy Dana Carvey Phil Jackson
Capital: Helena Population: 1,068,778 Time Zone: Mountain Statehood: November 8, 1889 (41st) Bird: Meadowlark Flower: Bitterroot Nickname: Big Sky Country Song: “Montana Melody” Tree: Pine
Nebraska FACTS:
Frank Sinatra Whitney Houston Bruce Springsteen John Travolta Meryl Streep Martha Stewart Buzz Aldrin Jon Bon Jovi
Capital: Trenton Population: 8,882,190 Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: December 18, 1789 (3rd) Bird: Eastern Goldfinch Flower: Violet Nickname: The Garden State Song: “New Jersey Loyalty” Tree: Red Oak
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Population: 1,934,408
New Mexico
Gerald Ford Gabrielle Union Malcolm X Larry the Cable Guy Warren Buffet Andy Roddick Marlon Brando Fred Astaire
Time Zone: Central & Mountain
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Time Zone: Mountain
Statehood: March 1, 1867 (37th)
Neil Patrick Harris Demo Lovato Jeff Bezos Demi Moore Dolores Huerta Rudolfo A. Anaya
Statehood: January 6, 1912 (47th)
Capital: Lincoln
Bird: Western Meadowlark Flower: Goldenrod Nickname: Cornhusker State Song: “Beautiful Nebraska” Tree: Cottonwood
FACTS: Capital: Santa Fe Population: 2,096,829
Bird: Roadrunner Flower: Yucca Flower Nickname: Land of Enchantment Song: “O, Fair New Mexico” Tree: Piñon Pine
New York FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Adam Sandler Al Capone Michael Jordan J. Robert Oppenheimer Tom Cruise Theodore Roosevelt Jimmy Fallon Jane Fonda
Capital: Albany Population: 19,453,561 Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: July 26, 1788 (11th) Bird: Eastern Bluebird Flower: Rose Nickname: The Empire State Song: “I Love New York”
Oklahoma FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Ron Howard Brad Pitt Carrie Underwood Reba McEntire Chuck Norris Blake Shelton Dr. Phil McGraw
Tree: Sugar Maple
FAMOUS PEOPLE: John Legend Maya Lin Russell Wilson Thomas Edison Edwin Stanton John Glenn Art Tatum Roy Rogers
Capital: Raleigh
FAMOUS PEOPLE: Billy Graham Scotty McCreery Dolley Madison Meadowlark Lemon Dale Earnhardt, Sr. Charlie Daniels
FAMOUS PEOPLE: Josh Duhamel Kellan Lutz Lawrence Welk Angie Dickinson Peggy Lee Bobby Vee
Time Zone: Central Statehood: November 16, 1907 (46th) Bird: Scissor-tailed Flycatcher Flower: Mistletoe Nickname: The Sooner State Song: “Oklahoma”
FACTS: Capital: Columbus Population: 11,689,100 Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: March 1, 1803 (17th) Bird: Cardinal Flower: Scarlet Carnation Nickname: The Buckeye State Song: “Beautiful Ohio” Tree: Buckeye
Oregon FACTS:
Capital: Salem
Population: 10,488,084
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Population: 4,217,737
Time Zone: Eastern
Chief Joseph Douglas C. Engelbart Cathy McMorris Rodgers Ashton Eaton Matt Groening Tonya Harding James Beard
Time Zone: Pacific & Mountain
Statehood: November 21, 1789 (12th) Bird: Cardinal Flower: Dogwood Nickname: The Tarheel State Song: “The Old North State”
FACTS: Capital: Bismarck
Statehood: February 14, 1859 (33rd) Bird: Meadowlark Flower: Oregon Grape Nickname: Beaver State Song: “Oregon, My Oregon” Tree: Douglas Fir
Tree: Pine
North Dakota
Population: 3,956,971
Tree: Redbud
Ohio
North FACTS: Carolina
Capital: Oklahoma City
Pennsylvania
Population: 762,062
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
FACTS:
Time Zone: Mountain
Taylor Swift Will Smith Kevin Hart Pink Kobe Bryant Amanda Seyfried Tina Fey
Capital: Harrisburg
Statehood: November 02, 1889 (39th) Bird: Western Meadowlark Flower: Wild Prairie Rose Nickname: The Tarheel State Song: “North Dakota Hymn” Tree: American Elm
Population: 12,801,989 Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: December 12, 1787 (2nd) Bird: Ruffed Grouse Flower: Mountain-laurel
Rhode Island
FACTS:
Meredith Vieira Cormac McCarthy Jack Reed Matthew C. Perry H.P. Lovecraft
Statehood: May 29, 1790 (13th)
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Capital: Providence Population: 1,059,361 Time Zone: Eastern Bird: Rhode Island Red Flower: Voilet Nickname: The Ocean State Song: “Rhode Island It’s For Me” Tree: Red Maple
South FACTS: Carolina
Capital: Columbia Population: 5,148,714
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Time Zone: Eastern
Francis “Swamp Fox” Marion Andrew Jackson Joe Frazier Dizzy Gillespie Vanna White
Statehood: May 23, 1788 (8th) Bird: Great Carolina Wren Flower: Yellow Jessamine Nickname: The Palmetto State Song: “Carolina” Tree: Palmetto
South Dakota
FACTS:
Sitting Bull John Thune Hubert H. Humphrey Tom Brokaw January Jones Sparky Anderson
Statehood: November 2, 1889 (40th)
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Capital: Pierre Population: 884,659 Time Zone: Central & Mountain Bird: Ring-necked Pheasant Flower: Pasque Flower Nickname: The Mount Rushmore State Song: “Hail, South Dakota”
Davy Crockett Justin Timberlake Dolly Parton Aretha Franklin Morgan Freeman Kenny Chesney George Hamilton Greg Allman
FAMOUS PEOPLE: Lyndon Johnson Alvin Ailey Matthew McConaughey Carol Burnett George Foreman Dwight Eisenhower NIck Jonas Sandra Day O’Connor
Utah FAMOUS PEOPLE: Marie Osmond Roseanne Barr J. Willard Marriott Butch Cassidy Laraine Day Jewel James Woods Wallace Henry Thurman
Capital: Nashville Population: 6,829,174 Time Zone: Eastern & Central Statehood: June 6, 1796 (16th) Bird: Mockingbird Flower: Iris Nickname: The Volunteer State Song: “The Tennessee Waltz” Tree: Tulip Poplar
FACTS: Capital: Austin Population: 28,995,881 Time Zone: Central & Mountain Statehood: December 29, 1845 (28th) Bird: Mockingbird Flower: Bluebonnet Nickname: The Lone Star State Song: “Texas, Our Texas” Tree: Pecan
FACTS: Capital: Salt Lake City Population: 3,205,958 Time Zone: Mountain Statehood: January 4, 1896 (45th) Bird: American Gull Flower: Sego Lily Nickname: Beehive State Song: “Utah, We Love Thee” Tree: Quaking Aspen
Vermont FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE: Chester A. Arthur Ted Bundy Jody Williams Grace Anna Coolidge Calvin Coolidge Hannah Teter Alexander Lucius Twilight
Tree: Black Hills Spruce
Tennessee FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE:
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Capital: Montpelier Population: 623,989 Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: March 4, 1791 (14th) Bird: Hermit Thrush Flower: Red Clover Nickname: The Green Mountain State Song: “Hail, Vermont” Tree: Sugar Maple
Virginia FACTS:
Capital: Richmond
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Population: 8,535,519
Pharrell Williams Booker T. Washington George Washington Woodrow Wilson Thomas Jefferson Mildred Loving Shirley MacLaine Patsy Cline
Time Zone: Eastern Statehood: June 25, 1788 (10th) Bird: Cardinal Flower: American Dogwood Nickname: Mother of States Song: “Carry Me Back to Old Virginia” Tree: Dogwood
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Washington FACTS:
Capital: Olympia
FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Population: 7,614,893
Bill Gates Kurt Cobain Taraji Henson Jimi Hendrix Adam West Bob Barker Hope Solo
Time Zone: Pacific Statehood: November 11, 1889 (42nd) Bird: American Goldfinch Flower: Rhododendron Nickname: The Evergreen State Song: “Washington, My Home” Tree: Western Hemlock
FACTS: West Virginia
Capital: Charleston
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FAMOUS PEOPLE:
Population: 1,792,147
Time Zone: Eastern Brad Paisley Statehood: June 20, 1863 (35th) Steve Harvey Bird: Cardinal Nick Saban Flower: Great Laurel Mary Lou Retton Nickname: The Mountain State Don Knotts Song: “The West Virginia Hills” Charles Yeager Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson Tree: Sugar Maple
Wisconsin FACTS: FAMOUS PEOPLE:
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Laura Ingalls Wilder Mark Ruffalo William Rehnquist Paul Ryan Gene Wilder Orson Welles Chris Farley
Capital: Madison Population: 5,822,434 Time Zone: Central Statehood: May 29, 1848 (30th) Bird: Robin Flower: Wood Violet Nickname: Badger State Song: “On Wisconsin” Tree: Sugar Maple
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FAMOUS PEOPLE: Jackson Pollock Dana Perino Vernon J. Baker Jim J. Bullock John Colter Velma Linford Chief Washakie James G. Watt
Capital: Cheyenne Population: 578,759 Time Zone: Mountain Statehood: July 10, 1890 (44th) Bird: Meadowlark Flower: Indian Paintbrush Nickname: Equality State Song: “Wyoming” Tree: Plains Cottonwood
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