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MASSACHUSETTS FEDERATION OF THE BLIND VISITED THE NAISMITH BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME FOR A UNIQUE SPECIAL INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE

March 18, 2025
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SPRINGFIELD, MASS. – The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame elevated its touring experience as it welcomed a special group of guests as members of the Massachusetts Federation of the Blind visited the historic museum on Sunday, March 16 for an exclusive, hands-on experience celebrating the sport’s rich history.

 

During the visit, attendees engaged in a uniquely curated accessible tour designed to bring the game to life through touch, sound, and storytelling. The Hall of Fame staff worked closely with accessibility experts from the Federation of the Blind to provide tactile exhibits, audio descriptions, and interactive demonstrations, ensuring that every visitor can fully immerse themselves in the legacy of basketball’s greatest players and moments.

 

“This visit exemplifies our commitment to making the Basketball Hall of Fame an inclusive and welcoming place for all fans,” said John Doleva, President and CEO of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. “Basketball is a game that unites people, and we are honored to provide an experience that allows individuals who are blind or visually impaired to engage with the sport in meaningful ways.”

 

Members of the Massachusetts Federation of the Blind were led by Hall of Fame staff to explore the exhibits through adapted audio and tactile experiences, including sound enrichment,  handling of historic artifacts such as replicas of trophies, game balls and game worn artifacts like Shaquille O’Neal’s size 22 sneakers, and verbal play-by-play re-creations of legendary basketball moments.

 

The event marks an ongoing effort by the Basketball Hall of Fame to expand accessibility initiatives, ensuring that basketball fans of all abilities can experience the game’s history and impact.

 

For more information about visitor programs at the Basketball Hall of Fame, visit www.hoophall.com. 

 

About the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame 

Located in Springfield, Massachusetts, the city where basketball was born, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame is an independent non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting, preserving, and celebrating the game of basketball at every level—men and women, amateur and professional players, coaches, and contributors—both domestically and internationally. The Hall of Fame museum is home to more than 475 inductees and over 40,000 square feet of basketball history. Nearly 200,000 people visit the Hall of Fame museum each year to learn about the game, experience the interactive exhibits, and test their skills on the Jerry Colangelo “Court of Dreams.” Best known for its annual marquee Enshrinement Ceremony honoring the game’s elite, the Hall of Fame also operates over 70 high school and collegiate competitions annually throughout the country and abroad. For more information on the Basketball Hall of Fame organization, its museum, and events, visit hoophall.com and follow @hoophall.



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