Roosevelt Stadium, Baseball stadium in Droyer's Point, Jersey City, US.
The stadium featured an Art Deco exterior with concrete structure, accommodating 24,000 spectators and offering views of Newark Bay across its grandstand.
Roosevelt Stadium opened in 1937 as part of the Works Progress Administration projects during the Great Depression, initiated by Mayor Frank Hague.
Jackie Robinson made his minor league debut here in 1946 with the Montreal Royals, marking a significant moment in baseball integration.
Located at the intersection of State Route 440 and Danforth Avenue, the stadium served as home field for multiple baseball teams until its demolition in 1985.
The facility hosted diverse events including NASCAR races, championship boxing matches, and an annual drum corps competition known as The Dream from 1946 to 1983.
Location: Jersey City
Inception: April 23, 1937
Official opening: April 23, 1937
Capacity: 24000
GPS coordinates: 40.70639,-74.10417
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:46
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