Hall of Fame Has Something For Everyone

The National Football Foundation's College Football Hall of Fame represents the highest level of achievement for players and coaches and serves as a shrine for amateur football. Through exhibits, programs and events, the Hall gives its visitors a vivid look into the rich tradition, pageantry and excitement of the game. This 58,000 square-foot facility is regarded as one of the most exciting and interactive museums in the world.

Upon entering the Hall, a downward spiraling 100-yard ramp leads visitors to the core of exhibits and the heart of the College Football Hall of Fame, the Stadium Theater. The Stadium Theater's powerful presentation educates the audience on the history and origin of the game by cleverly weaving pictures and video from the past and present, meshed together to recreate the thrill of a college football Saturday, from tailgating parties to the post-game embraces of game-day rivals. 

Decorated with priceless artifacts, the Hall of Champions combines impressive multimedia capabilities with football memorabilia honoring the accomplishments of each inductee while chronicling special moments in the history of the game.

From the football mastermind to the professional tailgater, all visitors have a place in the College Football Hall of Fame's Locker Room and Pigskin Pageantry, while both children and adults can test their basic physical skills in the Training Room and Practice Field.

The Hall of Fame's Press Box and Gridiron Plaza create the perfect setting for almost any occasion. Ideal for receptions, parties, luncheons and business meetings, the Press Box can hold up to 400 guests. The Gridiron Plaza, the Hall's 45-yard, newly renovated Sprinturf football field, has hosted alumni receptions of up to 1,500 people.

In addition to the museum itself, the KeyBank Gridiron Legends Luncheon Series and annual Enshrinement Festival bring some of college football's greatest names to South Bend and rank among the best events in the sports hall of fame industry.

One of the most anticipated programs of the year, the luncheon series has entertained audiences for the past eleven years with dozens of superstar players, legendary coaches and famous celebrities. Past KeyBank Gridiron Legends Luncheons include Peyton Manning, Jerome Bettis and Mike Ditka.

The College Football Hall of Fame's signature event is its annual Enshrinement Festival. This year's Enshrinement Festival takes place on July 17-19 and features Joe Paterno, Doug Flutie, Ahmad Rashad, and Chris Zorich, among others.

Fans have a variety of opportunities to meet and mingle with the Enshrinees during this spectacular three-day event. From FanFest to the Celebrity Golf Scramble, Youth Football Clinic and Flag Football Game, the Enshrinement Festival offers unparalleled access to some of the greatest names in the history of college football.

For more information on the College Football Hall of Fame, contact the Hall at 574.235.9999 or visit www.collegefootball.org.

College Football Hall of Fame
111 S. Saint Joseph St. • South Bend, IN 46601
574.235.9999