Billie Jean King defeats Bobby Riggs in a tennis match that alters the course of modern athletics and sets the stage for the ascendance of women in sports.

September 20th, 2023

This time of year is a sports fan's dream come true with a wide variety of sports either reaching their climax or just getting underway. 

September 1st, 2023

American soccer is reaching a tipping point with the recent signing of Leo Messi by Inter Miami and the upcoming 2026 World Cup being played on North American soil. 

June 16th, 2023

NSM Founder, Adam Slocum, discusses his inspiration and vision for the groundbreaking project, showcasing what's to come for the Museum in the near future. 

March 29th, 2023

With both March Madness tournaments about to tip off, National Sports Museum celebrates the evolution of the women's game taking its equitable place alongside the men's.

March 14th, 2023

With Spring Training in full swing and Japan preparing to host the 5th World Baseball Classic — a showcase of top players from 20 countries — National Sports Museum looks at the origins and eventual globalization of what is nostalgically referred to as America’s national pastime.

March 6th, 2023

With the US winning the 8th annual SheBelieves tournament, NSM celebrates the unparalleled accomplishments of the US Women's Soccer Team — and their determination in championing gender equality. 

February 16th, 2023

With Tom Brady officially retired and Patrick Mahomes in contention to bring home a second Super Bowl, it’s a fitting moment to (re)address the GOAT conversation.

February 10th, 2023

Athletes become iconic by possessing a combination of exceptional talent, charisma, and the ability to inspire and motivate people. NSM acknowledges a select few iconic athletes — evaluating their origins, as well as the contributions to their respective sports and communities at large. 

February 8th, 2023

Athletics are a defining component of our culture and a unique aspect of our national identity. NSM examines sports' ability to mirror society and the core values of the American people. 

February 7th, 2023

NSM discusses the significant and fascinating intersection between athletic achievement and social change — examined via the remarkable outpouring of activism among pro athletes that has taken hold of our national consciousness. 

January 31st, 2023