Robinson Plaque Unveiling Postponed

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The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum has postponed plans to unveil a new plaque of Jackie Robinson, set for Saturday afternoon, May 3, in Cooperstown.

"Due to a personal emergency that requires Rachel Robinson's immediate attention, Mrs. Robinson is unable to attend tomorrow's ceremony surrounding the unveiling of the new Jackie Robinson Hall of Fame plaque in Cooperstown," said Jeff Idelson, President of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. "Given the historic significance of this event, the Baseball Hall of Fame and the Robinson Family have decided to reschedule this momentous event to a date to be determined this summer. In a conversation with Rachel Robinson today, she expressed her sincere regrets and looks forward to attending the ceremony this summer."

Tickets purchased for a special Voices of the Game event with Mrs. Robinson scheduled for 3 p.m. may be refunded or exchanged for the rescheduled date by calling 607-547-0397.