Reds HOF & Museum honors active military and veterans with free admission

CINCINNATI (May 24, 2019) — The Reds Hall of Fame & Museum presented by Dinsmore is proud to announce free general admission for all active military and veterans, courtesy of the Sargent Family Foundation.

“Our family is proud to support the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum and all of those who serve or have served our country through military service,” said Ron Sargent. “We thank and recognize them for their courage and sacrifice.”

 “There is a deep connection between baseball and our nation’s military history,” said Rick Walls, Reds Hall of Fame and Museum executive director. “We thank the Sargent Family Foundation’s leadership and support for providing this wonderful opportunity for so many to experience the newly renovated museum.”

The Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame & Museum proudly salutes these Reds Hall of Famers who have served our country through military service: Johnny Bench, Ewell Blackwell, Smoky Burgess, Harry Craft, Lonny Frey, Warren Giles, Ken Griffey, Sr., Tommy Helms, Bob Howsam, Fred Hutchinson, Brooks Lawrence, Jerry Lynch, Mike McCormick, Joe Morgan, Eppa Rixey, Pete Rose, Johnny Temple and Johnny Vander Meer.

For those who wish to visit the Museum and receive the free admission offer, the military member must show his or her valid military identification card.

About the Reds Hall of Fame & Museum presented by Dinsmore

Driven by a mission to celebrate greatness, preserve history and provide inspiration, the Reds Hall of Fame & Museum at Great American Ball Park is the place where the story of Reds baseball comes alive each day. The newly renovated Museum features 16,000 square feet of historical, interactive and educational exhibits, highlighting the rich and storied tradition of the Reds for fans of all ages. Since its inception, 89 players, managers and executives have been honored with induction. Plan your visit at RedsMuseum.org.