National Ballpark Museum — Attraction in Denver

The National Ballpark Museum's collection of memorabilia and artifacts is pretty impressive. Unfortunately, my opinion of Bruce, the owner, is not.

The museum used to be open by appointment only, and Bruce acted like I was truly inconveniencing him when I arranged a tour for a friend’s birthday. My friend and I had a pleasant enough chat with Bruce about his memorabilia collection - and baseball in general - for most of the visit, but things took a strange turn when he paused to take a couple of calls on his cell phone and told us to feel free to finish looking around and show ourselves out when we were done.

Right as my friend and I were getting ready to leave, a group of passersby stepped inside to see if they could tour the museum. I politely informed them that the museum was available by reservation only. As they turned to leave, Bruce came running up and screamed at me for trying to let people in without an appointment. I tried to explain what was happening, but he waved me off dismissively and then acted like he was going back to a call on his cell phone to avoid further interaction. As much as I may appreciate the museum's collection, I will not be...

This was a fantastic little museum. I was worried about the price compared to the size of the museum, but it was worth every penny. This is a passionate, 4th generation Denver native whose love for baseball oozes out of every pore of the building and his being. This is his private collection, which he has graciously opened to the public. We showed up at a busy time in the morning just before a day game, and he let us know that if it was too crowded or if we felt to rushed and we wanted to have some more time to walk around, we could come back anytime that afternoon or the next day and didn’t need to worry about paying a new entrance fee or getting a stamp or anything. His only concern was making sure that we were able to gain a little more appreciation for the sport, no matter if we were new spectators or hard-core fans. Ask your questions, or share your experiences. Either way you will gain...

If you are a baseball fan, the National Ballpark Museum is an absolute must-see in Denver!

My boyfriend and I were lucky enough to meet Bruce, the owner and collector behind this incredible museum. He is the sweetest, most knowledgeable man — truly a walking encyclopedia of baseball history! What made the experience unforgettable was not just the memorabilia , but the way Bruce brought it all to life. His passion shines through every story he tells, whether it’s about the classic ballparks, legendary players, or hidden gems of the game’s past.

Every corner of the museum is filled with treasures you won’t find anywhere else. You can feel the love and dedication Bruce has poured into building and preserving this collection, and it makes the whole visit feel personal and special.

If you’re in Denver, don’t miss this. It’s more than a museum — it’s like stepping into the heart and soul...