Miller Park (Milwaukee) facts for kids
Miller Park was a famous baseball park located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It was the home field for the Major League Baseball team, the Milwaukee Brewers. The stadium opened in 2001. It replaced the older Milwaukee County Stadium where the Brewers used to play.
The stadium was named after the Miller Brewing Company. This company paid $40 million to have the stadium named after them. Their agreement lasted until the year 2020. Miller Park was special because it had a roof that could open and close. This fan-shaped roof allowed games to be played in any weather.
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About the Stadium
Miller Park was designed to be a modern baseball stadium. It offered a great experience for fans. The retractable roof was a key feature. It meant that rain or cold weather would not stop a game. The roof could open or close in about 10 minutes.
Building Miller Park
Building the stadium was a big project. It cost a lot of money to construct. The design was very unique. It made the stadium stand out. Many people worked together to build this impressive park.
Home of the Brewers
The Milwaukee Brewers played all their home games at Miller Park. It was their home from 2001 until 2020. The stadium saw many exciting baseball moments. Fans loved coming to watch their favorite team play.
Special Features
Miller Park had many cool features for fans. It had comfortable seating and great views of the field. There were also many food and drink options. The stadium was designed to make every visit fun.
Images for kids
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The view from behind home plate.
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The sausages running along the 3rd base side.
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Batting practice before a Brewers-Reds game.
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American Family Field during construction on March 31, 2000. Milwaukee County Stadium is next to it.
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Exterior view showing the retractable roof.
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American Family Field in 2009.
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American Family Field panorama (August 20, 2013).
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Former logo as Miller Park
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See also
In Spanish: American Family Field para niños
