The Arizona Baseball Museum - Years in the Making
The Arizona Baseball Museum began with a simple idea: to create a permanent home for Arizona’s rich baseball history. For decades, the 1939 Lehi Auditorium—located next door to the Mesa Historical Museum—sat quietly due to lack of updated facilities. But we saw something more: the opportunity to create Arizona’s first and only museum dedicated exclusively to the state’s baseball history.
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Turning that vision into reality took more than two years of hard work. Renovating an 80-year-old building came with its share of construction challenges, unexpected expenses, and countless roadblocks. Yet through determination, generous community support, and a passion for preserving the game’s legacy, we raised the funds needed to breathe new life into the historic space.
What started as a dream is now a reality: a museum built by fans, for fans. It’s a tribute to the players, teams, and communities that have made baseball a vital part of Arizona’s culture—especially for those who return each spring to celebrate America’s pastime.
Mission Statement
The Arizona Baseball Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the
rich history of baseball in Arizona—from its territorial roots and
barnstorming teams to the formation of the Cactus League.Through
immersive exhibits, baseball memorabilia, fan stories, and interactive
technology, we celebrate the players, teams and communities who helped
shape Arizona’s enduring love of the game.
SPONSORS
We are grateful to the following sponsors who have stepped up to support the Arizona Baseball Museum! Your generosity is helping us preserve Arizona’s baseball legacy, create engaging exhibits, and bring this long-awaited project to life.
City of Mesa
Arizona State Heritage Fund
Vince Antico
Salt River Project
Randy Hanson
Dobson Ranch
Arizona Preservation Foundation
Maricopa County
Mesa Hohokams
Ann Cleghorn
Wendy Mack
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
We’re still actively seeking sponsors to help us complete the next phase of renovations and programming. Sponsorship levels include naming opportunities, event partnerships, and recognition on-site and online.
If you’re interested in supporting this historic effort, please contact us to learn more about how you or your organization can get involved.