1883 - 1888 Closed

Oriole Park I, Baltimore

Also known as: Union Park; Huntingdon Avenue Grounds ; American Association Park

📍 Baltimore, MD

Oriole Park I was a baseball ballpark in Baltimore, MD that hosted major league games from 1883 to 1888. It has also been known as Union Park; Huntingdon Avenue Grounds ; American Association Park. Home teams have included Baltimore Orioles.

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📍 Location & Overview

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City Baltimore
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State MD
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Country US
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GPS Coordinates 39.317701, -76.610897
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Elevation 164 ft
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Park ID: BAL03

🏟️ Park Characteristics

👥 5,000 Capacity
🌱 Natural Surface
🏠 Open Air Roof Type

Configuration from 1889

📏 Field Dimensions

Oriole Park I — Field Shape

Outfield arc drawn proportional to actual distances. Hover a marker for wall height.

LF Line 310ft
Center Field 470ft
RF Line 310ft

This park has 7 configurations throughout its history.

📅 Years of Operation

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First Used 1883
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Last Used 1888
Total Years6 years

⚾ Teams Played

6 seasons
Baltimore Orioles 6 yrs

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Oriole Park I at a glance

Oriole Park I in Baltimore, MD was first used in 1883 and last used in 1888, a span of 6 years. It is also known as Union Park; Huntingdon Avenue Grounds ; American Association Park. In box scores the park is coded BAL03. Oriole Park I stands 164 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 39.317701, -76.610897. The configuration shown dates from 1889, with a capacity of 5,000, natural grass, and an open-air design. Fence distances go left 310 feet, center 470 feet, and right 310 feet. The data records 7 configurations over the park's life.

The teams panel counts 6 team-seasons here: the Baltimore Orioles (6 yrs). The team table lists the 1883 Baltimore Orioles at 28-68. In 1884, the home club was the Baltimore Orioles, 63-43 on the season. The team table lists the 1885 Baltimore Orioles at 41-68. The 1886 Baltimore Orioles went 48-83 while playing home games here. The 1887 Baltimore Orioles went 77-58 while playing home games here. The 1888 Baltimore Orioles went 57-80 while playing home games here. Home clubs ranged from 63-43 (the 1884 Baltimore Orioles) to 28-68 (the 1883 Baltimore Orioles).

Oriole Park I: Frequently Asked Questions

When did Oriole Park I open?
Oriole Park I hosted its first documented major league game in 1883 and its last in 1888.
Where is Oriole Park I?
Oriole Park I is in Baltimore, MD.
Which teams played at Oriole Park I?
Home clubs at this park include Baltimore Orioles.
Is Oriole Park I still in use?
No. Oriole Park I last hosted a major league game in 1888.
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