The Hall of Fame's education programs reach youth across the nation in a number of ways and with a variety of different programs. Basketball is the perfect catalyst to teach in an entertaining, fun way that stays with youth, helping them become participating members of society. The Hall has created a number of educational activities that connect the game of basketball with important areas of study like Math, Science, Geography, Social Studies, Language Arts, History and Health.
MVP's of Character
Many thousand youth have participated in the Hall's MVP's of Character speaking program, both in Springfield and various cities throughout the nation. Teaching children about character - both on and off the court - helps them understand the impact having good character has in their lives. This message is reinforced by Hall of Famer/celebrity speakers who share their own personal experiences.
Team UP! Rally
Taking the MVP's of Character program and combining it with a basketball clinic, is the perfect setting to educate in a fun and entertaining way. The Team UP! Rally has gone to different U.S. cities and touched the lives of hundreds of youth.
Financial Literacy
This last decade has given some firsts to a generation of teens as they prepare for college or to enter the workforce. Checking accounts, credit cards and cell phones allow freedoms to teens their parents didn't experience, but without proper education about how to use them and the consequences of misuse, it can cause problems that will take a very long time to resolve. The Hall's Financial Literacy program provides basic knowledge about proper use in a jeopardy type format.
Special Exhibit Gallery
The uniqueness of this gallery is the opportunity it provides the Hall of Fame to house temporary exhibits which entertain and educate visitors to Springfield. [link to Berlin Olympics/USGA Golf exhibits] In addition, it is a beautiful room which has a dual purpose as a function room for business or social gatherings
- Rental Opportunities
- Berlin Olympics - 1936
- World Golf Association - Women's Game, President's Game, 100 Years of Golf
The Inside Hoop
The Hall's official newsletter provides a look at what's been happening in Springfield and around the nation, as well as upcoming events. Browse past issues to get a glimpse of some very exciting things.
04/26/2008
04/10/2008
04/03/2008
