1890 - 1891 Closed

Forepaugh Park, Philadelphia

Also known as: Brotherhood Park; Athletic Park

📍 Philadelphia, PA

Forepaugh Park was a baseball ballpark in Philadelphia, PA that hosted major league games from 1890 to 1891. It has also been known as Brotherhood Park; Athletic Park. Home teams have included Philadelphia Athletics.

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📍 Location & Overview

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City Philadelphia
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State PA
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Country US
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GPS Coordinates 39.988552, -75.154985
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Elevation 77 ft
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Park ID: PHI07

🏟️ Park Characteristics

🌱 Natural Surface
🏠 Open Air Roof Type

Configuration from 1890

📝 Notes

PHP:1890; PH4:1891

📏 Field Dimensions

Forepaugh Park — Field Shape

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

LF Line 345ft
Center Field 450ft
RF Line 380ft

📅 Years of Operation

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First Used 1890
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Last Used 1891
Total Years2 years

⚾ Teams Played

2 seasons
Philadelphia Athletics 2 yrs

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Forepaugh Park at a glance

Major league games were played at Forepaugh Park in Philadelphia, PA from 1890 until 1891. It is also known as Brotherhood Park; Athletic Park. Forepaugh Park carries the park ID PHI07. Forepaugh Park stands 77 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 39.988552, -75.154985.

The configuration shown dates from 1890, with natural grass and an open-air design. From home plate it is 345 feet to the left-field line, 450 feet to center field, and 380 feet to the right-field line. Home clubs, by seasons played at the park: the Philadelphia Athletics (2 yrs). In 1890, the home club was the Philadelphia Athletics, 68-63 on the season. The 1891 Philadelphia Athletics went 73-66 while playing home games here. Home clubs ranged from 73-66 (the 1891 Philadelphia Athletics) to 68-63 (the 1890 Philadelphia Athletics).

Forepaugh Park: Frequently Asked Questions

When did Forepaugh Park open?
Forepaugh Park hosted its first documented major league game in 1890 and its last in 1891.
Where is Forepaugh Park?
Forepaugh Park is in Philadelphia, PA.
Which teams played at Forepaugh Park?
Home clubs at this park include Philadelphia Athletics.
Is Forepaugh Park still in use?
No. Forepaugh Park last hosted a major league game in 1891.
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