1882 - 1883 Closed

Exposition Park I, Pittsburgh

Also known as: Lower Field

πŸ“ Pittsburgh, PA

Exposition Park I was a baseball ballpark in Pittsburgh, PA that hosted major league games from 1882 to 1883. It has also been known as Lower Field. Home teams have included Pittsburg Alleghenys.

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πŸ“ Location & Overview

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City Pittsburgh
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State PA
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Country US
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GPS Coordinates 40.445937, -80.010704
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Elevation 729 ft
Park ID: PIT02

🏟️ Park Characteristics

🌱 Natural Surface
🏠 Open Air Roof Type

Configuration from 1884

πŸ“ Notes

PT1:1882-1883; PTU: 8/25 to 8/30/1884

πŸ“… Years of Operation

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First Used 1882
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Last Used 1883
Total Years2 years

⚾ Teams Played

1 season

Exposition Park I at a glance

Major league games were played at Exposition Park I in Pittsburgh, PA from 1882 until 1883. It is also known as Lower Field. Retrosheet's park code for it is PIT02. Elevation is listed at 729 ft.

On a map, Exposition Park I sits at 40.445937, -80.010704. Exposition Park I's 1884 layout has natural grass and an open-air design. In all, 1 team-season was played at Exposition Park I, by the Pittsburg Alleghenys (1 yr). The 1882 Pittsburg Alleghenys went 39-39 while playing home games here.

Exposition Park I: Frequently Asked Questions

When did Exposition Park I open?
Exposition Park I hosted its first documented major league game in 1882 and its last in 1883.
Where is Exposition Park I?
Exposition Park I is in Pittsburgh, PA.
Which teams played at Exposition Park I?
Home clubs at this park include Pittsburg Alleghenys.
Is Exposition Park I still in use?
No. Exposition Park I last hosted a major league game in 1883.