🏛 Historic Stadium
Milwaukee County Stadium stood at 201 South 46th Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, serving as the heart of the city’s sports scene from its opening on April 6, 1953, until its final game on September 28, 2000. Built for roughly $5.9 million by Osborn Engineering and Hunzinger Construction, it was a landmark of public investment — the first Major League ballpark financed entirely with public funds and the first constructed with lights already in place.
Over nearly five decades, the stadium was home to two Major League Baseball franchises — the Milwaukee Braves and the Milwaukee Brewers — and also hosted Green Bay Packers NFL games from 1953 through 1994. It witnessed some of baseball’s most storied moments, including three World Series, two MLB All-Star Games, and Hank Aaron’s 755th and final career home run on July 20, 1976. The stadium was demolished on February 21, 2001, as the Brewers relocated to the new Miller Park nearby.
Stats at a Glance
- Location: 201 South 46th Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Opened: April 6, 1953
- Closed: September 28, 2000
- Demolished: February 21, 2001
- Final Capacity: 53,192
- Teams: Milwaukee Braves (1953–1965), Milwaukee Brewers (1970–2000), Green Bay Packers (1953–1994, part-time)
- World Series Hosted: 1957, 1958, 1982
- Notable Record: Hank Aaron’s 755th career home run (July 20, 1976)
A Stadium Full of Milestones
County Stadium was more than just a ballpark — it was the site of some of baseball’s most indelible moments. Harvey Haddix threw 12 consecutive perfect innings there on May 26, 1959, in what remains one of the greatest pitching performances in history. Robin Yount collected his 3,000th career hit on the same grass on September 9, 1992. The 1957 and 1958 World Series brought national attention to Milwaukee when the Braves faced the New York Yankees, with the Braves claiming the 1957 title. The stadium also hosted the 1955 and 1975 MLB All-Star Games.
Beyond baseball, County Stadium doubled as a rock venue, welcoming major acts including the Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, and Paul McCartney over the years, cementing its reputation as Milwaukee’s premier large-scale entertainment destination.
End of an Era and What Came After
As the Milwaukee Brewers prepared to move into the new retractable-roof Miller Park next door, County Stadium played its final game on September 28, 2000. Demolition began in December 2000 and was completed on February 21, 2001. Rather than erasing the site entirely, the old infield was preserved as Helfaer Field, a Little League complex that keeps a connection to the stadium’s baseball heritage alive. The rest of the footprint was converted into parking for American Family Field (formerly Miller Park).
County Stadium’s legacy endures in Milwaukee’s collective memory as the place where two generations of fans experienced championship baseball, record-setting performances, and the simple joy of a summer game under the Wisconsin sky.
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Milwaukee County Stadium FAQs
What teams played at Milwaukee County Stadium?
The Milwaukee Braves (1953–1965) and the Milwaukee Brewers (1970–2000) were the primary baseball tenants. The Green Bay Packers also used the stadium for select NFL home games from 1953 through 1994.
When was Milwaukee County Stadium demolished?
Demolition began in December 2000 and was completed on February 21, 2001, shortly after the Brewers’ final season there ended on September 28, 2000.
What is Milwaukee County Stadium famous for?
It hosted three World Series (1957, 1958, and 1982), two MLB All-Star Games (1955 and 1975), and was the site of Hank Aaron’s 755th and final career home run on July 20, 1976. It was also the first MLB ballpark built entirely with public funding.
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