Bob Feller Museum - Van Meter, Iowa
N 41° 31.897 W 093° 57.070
15T E 420651 N 4598211
The Bob Feller Museum is located in his hometown of Van Meter, Iowa
Waymark Code: WMHKZE
Location: Iowa, United States
Date Posted: 07/21/2013
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Bob Feller was born on November 3, 1918 in Van Meter, Iowa. From this small town “Rapid Robert” pitched his way into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. His 18-year career was interrupted by a 4-years of service in the United States Navy during World War II. Bob Feller bypassed the minor leagues joining the Cleveland in 1936 at the age of 17. During his Hall of Fame Career he pitched in 3,827 innings during 570-games. He posted a career record of 266 wins and 162 loses with 279 compete game, and 44-shutouts. Bob Feller was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962.
The Bob Feller Museum is located in his home town of Van Meter, Iowa. The small museum contains a number of artifact related to his Hall of Fame Career, including uniforms, balls and other personal items.
Theme:
Cultural/Sport
Street Address:
310 Mill Street
Van Meter, Iowa 50261
Food Court: no
Gift Shop: yes
Hours of Operation:
Open Tuesday – Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.,
Sunday from Noon – 4 p.m.
Cost: 5.00 (listed in local currency)
Museum Size: Small
Relevant Web Site: [Web Link]
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