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Friday,
Feb 1 - Friday,
Oct 31, 2008
All Day
Hall of Fame Unveils New Exhibit-- Blood, Sweat, and Tears: A History of Black College Football
The exhibit will feature the following: *Uniforms of the final top ten teams in the Sheridan poll (Black College football top 10.) *Black College Football interactive trivia. *Black College Football map. *Black College Football interactive video game. *Video on Eddie Robinson. *Video of Black College Marching bands. *Helmets of all 50 HBCU football playing schools. Display cases on the following topics: *Black College National Champions *Black College HOF coaches. *Black College HOF players. *Marching Bands. *Paul Robeson & William Henry Lewis. *Black College All-America teams. *Black College Players and Coach of the Year. *Eddie Robinson. *Jake Gaither. *1984 Mississippi Valley State. Text and photos on the following subjects: *History of historic Black Colleges and Universities. *Beginning of HBCU football. *Future of HBCU football. *African Americans at White schools (pre 1964). *Incidents of Racism & Prejudice. For more information please call 574.235.5711.
Saturday,
May 3,
2008
TBA
Multiple Sclerosis Walk
Walk will start on the Hall's Gridiron Plaza. For registration, contact 574-255-2736.
Sunday,
May 4,
2008
9am -5pm
National Football Foundation- South Bend Community Clothing Drive
The National Football Foundation has four Play it Smart school here in South Bend, Ind. This year Clay High School, Washington High School, Riley High School, and Adams High School will compete against one another to see who can gather the most clothes. A traveling trophy, donated last year by the Indianapolis Colts, will be awarded to the school with the most clothes. For more information contact Scott Dactelides form Clay High School at 574-329-2341.
Tuesday,
May 20,
2008
11:30 am- 1pm
KeyBank Gridiron Legends Luncheon - Coach Bill Lynch
Coach Lynch is Indiana's new football coach. He led the Hoosiers to their most wins in a season since 1993. This Luncheon is going to be held at the South Bend Marriot Ballroom For more information, and to print out an order form, click here.
Friday,
May 30 - Saturday,
May 31, 2008
All Day
Sunburst Races
The Sunburst Marathon starts at the College Football Hall of Fame and ends at Notre Dame. Register at www.sunburstraces.org. Late registration is on Friday, May 31 at the Hall of Fame from noon to 8:00 pm. There is no race day registration. The Family Walk is at 6:00 pm on Friday, May 30. All of the races are on Saturday, May 31, including the Marathon (6:00 am), Half Marathon (6:00 am), 5K Run (7:00 am), 10K Run (7:30 am) and Fun Walk (8:45 am). There will be a pasta dinner for participants and their friends and family at the Hall of Fame on Friday, May 30 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm.
Tuesday,
Jun 10,
2008
11:30am 1 pm
KeyBank Gridiron Legends Luncheon - Eli Manning
Manning set numerous records for the University of Mississippi and is currently playing for the New York Giants. He was named MVP of Super Bowl XLII. This Luncheon is going to be held at the Century Center(www.centurycenter.org.) For more information, and to print out an order form, click here.
Friday,
Jul 11,
2008
6 pm
Enshrinement Festival Queen Pageant
Girls ages 17-21 will have the opportunity to compete in the Enshrinement Festival Queen Pageant. The queen and her court will appear at various events during the College Football Hall of Fame’s 2008 Enshrinement Festival, including a ride in the Enshrinement Grand Parade. Contestants must reside within a 30-mile radius of South Bend. For more information on eligibility and to acquire a registration packet, contact Caroline Ernst at 574-235-5715.
Friday,
Jul 11 - Sunday,
Jul 13, 2008
TBA
Enshrinement Flag Football Game
Teams of ten will compete in the first ever Enshrinement Flag Football Game sponsored by the South Bend/Mishawaka CVB and the South Bend Parks and Recreation Department.
Saturday,
Jul 12,
2008
2pm - 9pm
Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ribs Cook Off, Concert, & Car Show
Join the College Football Hall of Fame and the Studebaker Museum as we team up to bring you the best barbeque and the nicest antique cars in the area! Head downtown to the Hall of Fame to get a taste of award winning ribs and chance to view some of the greatest antique cars in the area. Join us for great food, live music, and much more. Pleae call 574.235.5717 to SIGN UP! To visit the Studebaker Museum website click here. www.studebakermuseum.org.
Friday,
Jul 18 - Saturday,
Jul 19, 2008
All day
2008 Enshrinement Festival
Join Joe Paterno, Doug Flutie, Ahmad Rashad, Chris Zorich and others as they are officially enshrined at the College Football Hall of Fame! For more information and updates regarding the College Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival, click here.
Wednesday,
Aug 6,
2008
11:30 am- 1pm
KeyBank Gridiron Legends Luncheon - Coach Lloyd Carr
Coach Carr was the Head Football Coach for the University of Michigan from 1995-2007. He has a final record of 122-40. This Luncheon is going to be held at the Century Center(www.centurycenter.org.) For more information, and to print out an order form, click here.
Saturday,
Sep 13,
2008
TBA
Salmon Chase Fall Classic - 5K Run, 10K Run, 5K Walk
Sign up for the 11th Annual Salmon Chase Fall Classic. The partnership between the Madison Center and the College Football Hall of Fame brings this event to downtown South Bend each fall. Whether you are a serious or casual runner, you will enjoy running the Salmon! This is the area's premier fall race, so don't miss it! To register, call 574-283-1115 or visit www.salmonchase.org.
Tuesday,
Sep 16,
2008
11:30 am - 1pm
KeyBank Gridiron Legends Luncheon - Pete Dawkins
Pete Dawkins is a former Halfback who led the Army Cadets to their last undefeated season in 1958. He is a Heisman Trophy winner. This Luncheon is going to be held in the Hall of Fame Press Box. For more information, and to print out an order form, click here.
Saturday,
Oct 25,
2008
10am-3pm
Community Day 2007
*Free admission to the museum and activities *Face Painting *Arts and Crafts *Raffle prizes all day *Halloween Movies *Snacks *Halloween Book Readings *Outdoor Activities *Kids in costume receive free candy! For more information on Community Day contact Becky Hayden at 574.235.5717