LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Hillerich & Bradsby Co. commemorates 140 years of Louisville Slugger.
WDRB's Keith Kaiser finds out how Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory will be celebrating.
Baseball fans can get to know the icon, its rich history and the family heritage.
The museum’s temporary exhibit, 'The Brilliance of Bats' celebrates the many sizes and shapes of Louisville Slugger bats.
Learn about the feats achieved by players swinging the icon.
See a game-used Babe Ruth bat on loan from a private collection.
Guests will also get to know the Hillerich family through the new “Hillerich Family Tree” video exhibit.
Five generations have overseen operations of H&B and production of the Louisville Slugger.
@BarrelsandBillets, H&B’s bourbon attraction next door will be releasing a commemorative bourbon signed by members of the Hillerich family.
A total of 140 bottles of 'Timeless Timber' will be signed and include the 140th anniversary mini-bat.
Bottles of Timeless Timber will be available for purchase ($79.95) only at Barrels & Billets starting March 28th.
The museum will host a 140th Anniversary Celebration on Thursday, March 28th beginning at 10:00 am.
Members of the Hillerich family will be on-site signing mini-bats.
The first 500 guests that take the factory tour will receive a limited-edition mini-bat and a pennant to commemorate the event.
Plus inflatables for kids, an appearance by Buddy Bat of the Louisville Bats, free hot dogs and refreshments for guests and much more.
Click here to get connected to the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory.
Copyright 2024 WDRB Media. All Rights Reserved.
