1884 - 1889 Closed

Washington Park I, Brooklyn

📍 Brooklyn, NY

Washington Park I was a baseball ballpark in Brooklyn, NY that hosted major league games from 1884 to 1889. Home teams have included Brooklyn Grays, Brooklyn Atlantics, and Cincinnati Red Stockings.

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📍 Location & Overview

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City Brooklyn
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State NY
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Country US
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GPS Coordinates 40.672685, -73.985006
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Elevation 30 ft
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Park ID: NYC05

🏟️ Park Characteristics

👥 3,000 Capacity
🌱 Natural Surface
🏠 Open Air Roof Type

Configuration from 1889

📝 Notes

BR3

📏 Field Dimensions

Washington Park I — Field Shape

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

LF Line 335ft
Center Field 445ft
RF Line 215ft

This park has 6 configurations throughout its history.

📅 Years of Operation

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First Used 1884
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Last Used 1889
Total Years6 years

⚾ Teams Played

3 seasons
Brooklyn Grays 1 yr Brooklyn Atlantics 1 yr Cincinnati Red Stockings 1 yr

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Washington Park I at a glance

The years-of-operation panel dates Washington Park I in Brooklyn, NY from 1884 to 1889. The park ID used in the data is NYC05. Elevation is listed at 30 ft. On a map, Washington Park I sits at 40.672685, -73.985006. Washington Park I's 1889 layout has a capacity of 3,000, natural grass, and an open-air design. Fence distances go left 335 feet, center 445 feet, and right 215 feet.

The park went through 6 recorded configurations. Washington Park I was home to the Brooklyn Grays (1 yr), the Brooklyn Atlantics (1 yr), and the Cincinnati Red Stockings (1 yr). The team table lists the 1884 Cincinnati Red Stockings at 68-41. The 1884 Brooklyn Atlantics went 40-64 while playing home games here. In 1885, the home club was the Brooklyn Grays, 53-59 on the season. Among the team-seasons listed, the 1884 Cincinnati Red Stockings went 68-41, the best mark.

Washington Park I: Frequently Asked Questions

When did Washington Park I open?
Washington Park I hosted its first documented major league game in 1884 and its last in 1889.
Where is Washington Park I?
Washington Park I is in Brooklyn, NY.
Which teams played at Washington Park I?
Home clubs at this park include Brooklyn Grays, Brooklyn Atlantics, and Cincinnati Red Stockings.
Is Washington Park I still in use?
No. Washington Park I last hosted a major league game in 1889.
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