Have a house full of basketball fans restless for a great road trip? The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts is a shrine to roundball and offers something for every age fan. Shoot hoops on legendary Center Court or learn about the history of the game played ’round the world; those are only two of the fascinating activities in this forty-thousand square foot facility.
How to Find the Basketball Hall of Fame
Located in Springfield, Massachusetts, the Hall of Fame is in the heart of scenic Pioneer Valley. Springfield is just one hour west of Boston on the Massachusetts Turnpike (MA Route 90), and also easy to reach from the north or south on Hwy 91. That easy highway access makes the Basketball Hall of Fame a slam dunk for travelers.
What You’ll Find at the Hall of Fame
Imagine three enormous floors filled with basketball history and heroes, and even the chance to glance at visiting basketball legends. Visitors are encouraged to join the action, on Center Court or in skills clinics, shooting contests and hundreds of interactive exhibits.
That doesn’t even take into account the hours you’ll spend learning the stories of almost three hundred Hall of Fame inductees. Greats like Charles Barkley, James Naismith and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar are celebrated throughout the Hall, making a visit here a comprehensive education on the game. Young fans may think the sport belongs to their generation, but a trip to the Basketball Hall of Fame will open their eyes to the sport’s rich history.
There are also rotating photo exhibits, special Hall of Famer appearances and regular Youth Tournaments to enjoy. In fact, there’s not a thing about basketball that isn’t examined and celebrated in this world-famous shrine to the sport.
Suggest Side Trips Near the Basketball Hall of Fame
While in Springfield, MA, why not take time to enjoy other attractions in the area? Families may want to spend a day at Six Flags New England in Agawam. History buffs should definitely turn their RVs toward Storrowton Village Museum, filled with 19th century charm.
Delicious diversions can be found at Richardson’s Candy Kitchen in Deerfield. For a real adrenaline rush, take your RV camping crew an hour north to Charlemont, where zipline canopy tours, whitewater rafting and a whole host of other outdoor adventures await at Zoar Outdoor.
RV Camping Near Springfield, MA
To truly experience the beauty of Pioneer Valley, plan to park your RV at Sunset View Farm in Monson, MA. It’s only one of the wonderfully scenic RV campgrounds in Pioneer Valley and nearby Deerfield River Valley. These woodland campgrounds will feel like heaven after an exhilarating day experiencing area attractions.
There’s basketball being played, displayed and celebrated at Massachusetts’ Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The region’s well-developed highways system makes getting there
About the Author
Joe Laing is the Marketing Director for El Monte RV Rentals. For other great RV camping vacation ideas see Monty’s Musings RV Camping Blog or the new Monty’s RV Vacation Photo / Picture Gallery.
