We Finally Found a High-Res Image of Griffith Stadium
Searching for a high-res image of Griffith Stadium? We found one at the National Archives. Check it out and learn more about the history of Griffith Stadium with GhostsofDC.
Griffith Stadium
Griffith Stadium stood at Georgia Avenue and W Street NW from 1911 to 1965, home to the Washington Senators and, for a time, the Homestead Grays of the Negro Leagues. These posts dig into the history of one of the great lost ballparks of the 20th century, the games played there, and the neighborhood that grew up around it.
A Look Back at the 1925 World Series at Griffith Stadium
Take a look back at the 1925 World Series at Griffith Stadium with this photo and film footage. We were in the World Series that year, for the second year in a row. Unfortunately, we lost that year.
Color Photos from Inside Griffith Stadium at the 1956 MLB All-Star Game
Rare color photographs from inside Griffith Stadium in Washington, D.C., taken during the 1956 Major League Baseball All-Star Game.
The Fire that Destroyed our Old Ballpark: Boundary Field
GoDCer Rych sent in a couple great photos which piqued our interest in the fire that destroyed our old ballpark – Boundary Field. Learn more about the fire, the replacement stadium and the Washington Nationals (aka, Senators) of 1911.
Celebrating the 89th Anniversary of the Washington Senators Opening Game at Griffith Stadium
Celebrate the 89th anniversary of the Washington Senators opening game at Griffith Stadium against the New York Yankees. Read more about the game, Walter Johnson, Lou Gehrig, and Babe Ruth’s 1925 season!
A Closer Look at Griffith Stadium in 1925
Take a closer look at the historic Griffith Stadium in 1925 with this aerial photo. Study the details of the houses in the neighborhood, people on the field and more. What do GoDCers think, and what else can you see in this photo?
Griffith Stadium: The History and Demolition of Washington’s Lost Ballpark
Griffith Stadium stood where Howard University Hospital is today. Full history: from the 1911 fire to Walter Johnson to the 1965 wrecking ball.
Baseball in DC: Celebrating Fewer than 50 Days Until Pitchers and Catchers Report
Get ready for the start of baseball season with a look back at some amazing photos of baseball in DC, including Babe Ruth signing autographs at Griffith Stadium and amateur games in front of the White House and Capitol Building.
Griffith Stadium Beer Garden Opens: Rock ‘n’ Roll Music Banned, Fats Domino Banned from Performing
Fats Domino was banned from performing at Griffith Stadium in August 1957. The Washington Post wrote about the decision, which was made on the advice of the Metropolitan Police department to protect citizens from potential rowdy crowds.