Atlanta Braves Exhibits in Truist Park
Monument Garden (Lower Level – Section 125):
- Hank Aaron Tribute Statue: Designed by the celebrated Atlanta-based artist Ross Rossin, this statue captures the iconic moment when Hank Aaron made history with his legendary 715th home run, breaking the all-time record.
- 755 Bat Sculpture: Crafted from 755 authentic Hank Aaron Louisville Slugger bats, this artistic piece forms the number 755, representing Aaron’s final home run tally. It stands proudly next to the Hank Aaron statue.
- Braves Hall of Fame: Established in 1999, this exhibit honors the most influential figures in Braves history, from players and coaches to executives. Forty legendary individuals are immortalized here, each with a dedicated plaque in Monument Garden.
- Braves in Cooperstown: This display honors the 58 Braves who have been inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, with each player represented by a bat or glove. Among the inductees is Braves Vice Chairman John Schuerholz, honored for his 2017 induction.
- Retired Numbers: The Braves have retired 12 iconic jersey numbers, and these numbers are celebrated through a water feature at Truist Park. An interactive display allows visitors to explore the stories behind these Braves legends and their lasting contributions.
- Braves Jersey Evolution: Since 1871, the Braves have sported over 25 different jersey designs. This exhibit takes fans through the evolution of the team’s uniforms, with a special section dedicated to Hank Aaron, showcasing 10 different jerseys worn during his career.
- Braves Award Honors: From Greg Maddux’s 1995 Cy Young Award to Hank Aaron’s 1957 MVP trophy, this section offers a close-up look at reproductions of some of the most prestigious awards in Braves history. A complete list of award winners throughout the franchise is also on display.
- Braves History Timeline: Fans can step back through time and visually explore the history of the Braves, decade by decade, through images and key moments that have defined the team.
- Braves Name Origins: Discover the many names the Braves have been known by since their founding in 1871. This exhibit explores the team’s journey from the Boston Red Stockings to the Atlanta Braves.
- Legendary Braves Moments: Relive the excitement of historic moments in Braves history, including Sid Bream’s famous slide in the 1992 NLCS and the final out of the 1995 World Series. The exhibit features audio clips and game artifacts.
Key Artifacts Include:
- Sid Bream’s Knee Brace
- Bat and ball from Bob Horner’s four-home-run game
- Hank Aaron’s 1974 Jersey
- 1995 World Series champagne bottle signed by Tom Glavine
- 1957 World Series ring
- John Sain’s bronzed glove and ball from the 1948 World Series
Seating Bowl:
- Every seat row in Truist Park features end filigrees that highlight Hank Aaron’s iconic swing silhouette, adding a subtle touch of history throughout the park.
- The Braves’ 41 championship pennants are proudly displayed on the outfield light poles, a testament to the team’s storied success.
- The 12 retired Braves jersey numbers are showcased above left field, honoring legends like:
- #3 Dale Murphy
- #6 Bobby Cox
- #10 Chipper Jones
- #21 Warren Spahn
- #29 John Smoltz
- #31 Greg Maddux
- #35 Phil Niekro
- #41 Eddie Mathews
- #42 Jackie Robinson
- #44 Hank Aaron
- #47 Tom Glavine
The Champions Suites (Lower Level):
- Visible through glass in Monument Garden, the 1995 World Series trophy is displayed in the Champions Suites, alongside five replica rings, including the NLCS victories of 1991, 1992, 1996, and 1999, and the 1995 World Series ring. Also displayed are miniature NLCS trophies, celebrating the Braves’ five National League Championships.
Guest Services (Section 111):
- At Guest Services, located at Aisle 111, visitors will find plaques representing all 58 Braves members in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. The area is also home to the Walter Banks Award Winners display, recognizing key individuals in Braves history.
The Delta SKY360° Club:
- Inside the Delta SKY360 Club, reproductions of Gold Glove Awards are on display, celebrating Braves players who have won the prestigious defensive honor.
Player Tunnel:
- The tunnel leading from the Clubhouse to the field showcases reproductions of both Gold Glove and Silver Slugger awards. A list of all Braves players who have earned these awards is featured, providing fans with a look at the team’s top performers.
Truist Club:
- The Truist Club is adorned with historic Braves photographs, a collection of bats from some of the team’s greatest players, and a selection of signed baseballs from Braves Hall of Famers.
Xfinity Club:
- The Xfinity Club houses displays that honor Braves managers, Cy Young winners, Rookie of the Year recipients, and pitchers who threw no-hitters. This section also features wooden panels branded with the images of Braves legends Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine, John Smoltz, and Bobby Cox.
Press Box:
- A display dedicated to the Braves’ legendary broadcasters, Pete van Wieren, Skip Caray, and Ernie Johnson, can be found in the press box, where they made their mark. Additionally, Sports Illustrated covers featuring Braves players are proudly exhibited here.
Konica Minolta Conference Center:
- The “Homes of the Braves” display in the Konica Minolta Conference Center chronicles the six ballparks the Braves have called home. Oversized Topps baseball cards feature iconic Braves players from the 1950s to the present, all printed on wooden panels.
Braves Clubhouse:
- Inside the Clubhouse, Braves players can see replicas of Tom Glavine’s 1991 Silver Slugger and Greg Maddux’s 1995 Gold Glove. The space also honors the Braves’ Cy Young and MVP winners, their 14 consecutive division titles, and the team’s retired numbers.
Hank Aaron Terrace:
- The Hank Aaron Terrace features memorabilia from Aaron’s historic career, including the bat and ball from his record-breaking 715th home run. The area also showcases 715 bat knobs, each inscribed with the date, homer count, and opposing team. Photographs of Aaron decorate the terrace’s walls and pillars.
Artists/Artwork:
- Richard Sullivan – Louisville, KY: A former pro baseball player turned watercolor artist, Sullivan has 16 original paintings and 20 prints displayed throughout the Champions Suites, featuring scenes from all three Braves World Championships.
- Jason Williams – Alpharetta, GA: Known for his LEGO masterpieces, Williams’ latest creation, “Tomahawk,” is a mosaic made of 27,745 studs and over 17,000 LEGO bricks, and it’s prominently featured at the main entrance.
- John Robertson – Malibu, CA: Robertson’s impressionistic style brings life to three large-scale paintings on display in the Delta SKY360° Club.
- Dominique Lobbestael – Brussels, Belgium: For his first U.S. project, Lobbestael created portraits of 10 Braves legends, which now hang in the Delta SKY360° Club.
- Ross Rossin – Atlanta, GA: Rossin’s iconic Hank Aaron statue is the centerpiece of Monument Garden, capturing Aaron’s defining moment in history.
- SPOON – Atlanta, GA: A minimalist artist, SPOON used his signature pointillism technique to craft three large paintings of historic Braves moments, displayed in the Xfinity Club Corridor.
- Pouya Dianat and BEAM Imagination – Atlanta, GA: This tech-driven visual content company created stunning Braves photography, which can be found throughout Truist Park’s offices and suites.
Statues:
- Phil Niekro: Sculpted by Ed Dwight and located at the 3rd Base Gate, Niekro’s statue honors the Hall of Fame pitcher. Dwight, who trained as an astronaut, later turned to art after health concerns prevented him from making a spaceflight.
- Hank Aaron: Sculpted by Ross Rossin, this statue of Aaron is the focal point of Monument Garden, unveiled to fans on March 29, 2017.
- Warren Spahn: This statue, located at the Left Field Gate and sculpted by Shan Gray, was originally installed at Turner Field in 2003 in honor of the left-handed pitcher with the most wins in MLB history.
- Bobby Cox: Created by Brian Hanlon, Cox’s statue sits at the 1st Base Gate, a tribute to the Braves’ winningest manager, dedicated on April 13, 2017.
