The History of the Humphrey Metrodome

The Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome has servedweighs a hefty 23,000 pounds.
as home to the Minnesota Twins for the last twoLike other sports facilities, the Hubert H.
decades. After opening it's doors in April 1982, itHumphrey Metrodome has witnessed it's share of
became the third domed facility in the sport ofmemorable moments. Among one of the
baseball. Construction began in the winter of 1979greatest is the fact that this facility is the only
and was completed at $68 million, which wasstadium to ever host two World Series, Major
under budget, with approval from the state ofLeague Baseball's All-Star Game, the NFL Super
Minnesota. The home turf for the MinnesotaBowl and the NCAA Final Four of the NCAA
Twins is comprised of 20 acres and is located inDivision I Men's Basketball Tournament. As one
downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. In a matter ofwould expect, there is a great deal of history
hours, the dome can be converted from aencased within the walls of this facility. From the
baseball to football facility and vice versa. TheMinnesota Twins to the NFL's Vikings, rodeo,
total field area measures 142,515 square feet,motorsports and figure skating, the Hubert H.
features a 10 acre Teflon-coated roof and risesHumphrey Metrodome has hosted it all. For those
16 stories into the downtown skyline.who have the chance to see it, a distant image of
As it's name implies, the Hubert H. Humphreythe metrodome at night will reveal a sea of city
Metrodome was named in honor of one of thelights with a large dome glistening in the heart of
most famous public figures in Minnesota.the city. A rich historical site filled with charm,
Humphrey, who died in 1978, once served asmodern amenities and seats filled with Minnesota
Mayor of Minneapolis, a U.S. Senator and ViceTwins fans are just a few of the attractions
President of the United States. The metrodomefound here.
was given the namesake of the man whoCollectors who wish to request an autograph
contributed a great deal to both the state offrom any one of the players on the Minnesota
Minnesota and the entire country in which itTwins roster should send their letter and a SASE
resides.(self-addressed stamped envelope) to:
Featuring the capacity to accommodate morePlayer's Namec/o Minnesota Twins
than 45,000 baseball fans, the Hubert H.Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome
Humphrey Metrodome has welcomed a total of34 Kirby Puckett Place
over 55 million spectators since it's opening inMinneapolis, MN 55415
1982. Minnesota Twins fans typically gather at theFans requesting an autograph should limit their
Plaza, which can be found along Kirby Puckettrequest to two items per letter. Popular items to
Place inside the metrodome, prior to the openinghave signed include photos, index or trading cards,
pitch. Speaking of pitching, the Hubert H.baseballs, etc. Patience is key when requesting
Humphrey Metrodome features anautographs through the mail, but the best time to
electric-powered pitcher's mound, which has thereach an athlete is often during the off-season.
ability to be raised or lowered via remote and