What is the story behind the Louisville Slugger?

That’s Bud Hillerich. Like a typical teenager, he played hooky from his father’s woodworking shop one day when there was something else he preferred to do. That was the start of the Louisville Slugger baseball bat, and this is the story behind it. In 1842, J. Frederick Hillerich emigrated with his family from Germany to Baltimore, Maryland.

How did Pete Browning get the nickname the Louisville Slugger?

He saw Browning break his bat and offered to make a new one at the woodworking shop. According to the story, in the next game Browning got three hits with the bat Bud made. And, oh, Pete Browning’s nickname was, “The Louisville Slugger.”.

Where are Louisville Slugger bats made?

Exclusively for Wilson now, H&B continues to produce Louisville Slugger bats in Louisville, Kentucky, where the Hillerich family first arrived in 1856.

Does Wilson Sporting Goods own Louisville Slugger?

In 2015, Wilson Sporting Goods bought the Louisville Slugger brand from H&B, which still owns Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory and the production facility. Exclusively for Wilson now, H&B continues to produce Louisville Slugger bats in Louisville, Kentucky, where the Hillerich family first arrived in 1856.

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How much is the Slugger Museum in Louisville Ky?

Plan your trip to Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory and experience how our new tour knocks the excitement even further out of the park! Plan Your Visit. Hours. Monday thru Saturday: 9AM – 5PM ET. Sunday: 10AM – 4PM ET. Admission. Adults. $16.

What is the Louisville Slugger World Tour?

Our world-famous tour now begins with a thrilling movie that transports you to the forests and mills where every Louisville Slugger bat begins. After that, walk through the heart of our factory production line and check out never-before-seen steps in the bat-making process including the creation of our fan favorite mini-bats.

Where is the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory?

Show map of the US. The Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, is a museum and factory tour attraction located in Louisville, Kentucky’s “Museum Row”, part of the West Main District of downtown. The museum showcases the story of Louisville Slugger baseball bats in baseball and in American history.

How do I contact Louisville Slugger customer service?

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