Henry Aaron Field facts for kids
| The Hank | |
| Location | Glendale, Wisconsin |
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| Coordinates | 43°06′07″N 87°55′41″W / 43.101964°N 87.927929°W |
| Owner | Milwaukee County Parks |
| Operator | Milwaukee County Parks |
| Capacity | 500 |
| Field size | Left field - 320 ft (98 m) Center field - 390 ft (120 m) Right field - 320 ft (98 m) |
| Surface | Turf-Infield/Grass-Outfield |
| Opened | 1957 |
| Tenants | |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panthers (NCAA DI Horizon) 1994-2019 Rufus King High School Generals Milwaukee Beavers (Land O' Lakes League) |
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Henry Aaron Field is a baseball stadium located in Glendale, Wisconsin. It is found within Lincoln Park, which is part of the Milwaukee County Park system. This field is a well-known spot for playing and watching baseball.
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What is Henry Aaron Field?
This stadium is a home for local baseball teams. It has a seating capacity of 500 people. The field itself has a turf infield and a grass outfield. It first opened its doors in 1957.
Who Plays There Now?
Today, Henry Aaron Field is the home field for two teams. The Rufus King High School Generals play their games here. Also, the Milwaukee Beavers baseball club, which is part of the Land O' Lakes League, uses the field.
Named After a Baseball Legend
The stadium is named after Hank Aaron, a very famous baseball player. Hank Aaron played for both the Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves and the Milwaukee Brewers. He is known as one of the greatest baseball players of all time.
Past Teams at the Field
For many years, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panthers baseball team played at Henry Aaron Field. They used the field from 1994 until 2019. In February 2018, the Panthers decided to move to a new stadium. They now play at Routine Field in Franklin, Wisconsin.
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