MID HUDSON

Sports Museum of Dutchess County

https://www.sportsmuseumofdutchesscounty.org/

Carnwath Farms

72 Carnwath Farms Lane

Wappingers Falls, NY 12590

Hours: May to October: Saturday & Sunday, 1 - 4 PM

Phone: (845) 473-0903 Email: [email protected]

 

Historical Description:

The Sports Museum was the idea of the late Mr. Charles R. Howroyd. He wanted to create a museum dedicated to sports and recognize individuals who have contributed to the sports world. The Sports Museum initiated a Hall of Fame in 1977 in order to honor individuals active in sports for their contributions to sports rather than for their accomplishments. 

 

The Site:

The Museum contains exhibits displaying sports memorabilia, for example, an exhibit depicting the evolution of the baseball glove. There is also a display on Baseball Hall of Fame members Eddie Collins and Dan Brouthers, both of whom played on Dutchess County teams. Besides baseball, the museum exhibits sports ranging from tennis to speed skating. The Museum also has its own Hall of Fame, which includes 200 inductees to date.