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Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
Museum Gallery
4.7 (11932 reviews)
A giant baseball bat marks this venue offering tours & exhibits on the sports-equipment icon.
800 W Main St, Louisville, KY 40202
+1 877-775-8443
Did You Know?
Years of History
Hillerich & Bradsby, the company behind Louisville Slugger, has been making baseball bats for over 120 years, starting in the late 19th century.
Story Bat
A six-story tall replica of Babe Ruth's Louisville Slugger bat leans against the museum's building, making it a prominent landmark.
First Player
Bud Hillerich made the first Louisville Slugger for Pete Browning in 1884.
Working Production
The museum includes a working factory where visitors can see bats being made in real-time.
Highlights from Reviews
• free mini bat
Visitors receive a complimentary mini Louisville Slugger bat as a souvenir at the end of the tour.
• factory tour
The tour provides a behind-the-scenes look at the bat manufacturing process, from raw wood to finished product.
• hold famous bats
The museum offers the opportunity to hold game-used bats of famous players like Babe Ruth and Hank Aaron.
• knowledgeable staff
The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, enhancing the overall experience.
• nice gift shop
The gift shop offers a variety of items, including personalized bats, making it a great place to find souvenirs.