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The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
Located in Cooperstown, New York, The National Baseball Hall of Fame is the most iconic institution honoring the history of baseball in America.
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The Village of Cooperstown
The Village of Cooperstown, located on the southern tip of Otsego Lake in Central New York, is best known as the home of the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
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The Otesaga Resort Hotel
The Otesaga Resort Hotel is Cooperstown’s most iconic and historic place to stay. In fact, it is actually the only hotel in the village of Cooperstown. It sits right on the edge of Otsego Lake with easy walking access to Main Street and the Baseball Hall of Fame. Built in 1909, this grand georgian style hotel offers a blend of vintage charm and modern comfort.
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Cooperstown All Star Village
Cooperstown All Star Village, now operated by Ripken Baseball, is a tournament destination just outside the village of Cooperstown that hosts weeklong summer experiences for 12U teams from across the country. As part of the Ripken brand, the complex is designed to give kids a big-league feel, with turf fields, team barracks, batting cages, and nightly skills competitions.
Cooperstown Dreams Park
Cooperstown Dreams Park, located just south of the village, is one of the nation’s premier 12U baseball tournament venues. Since opening in 1996, it has drawn teams from across the country for a week of games, ceremonies, and pin trading.
Glimmerglass:
Everything Glimmerglass
Written on SEPT. 22, 2025
What Is Glimmerglass?
In 1841, James Fenimore Cooper wrote The Deerslayer and gave Otsego Lake a nickname: Glimmerglass. He was describing how still and reflective the lake looked in the early morning, like a sheet of shining glass.
Over time, the name stuck. Today, it’s attached to three very different places near Cooperstown. Together, they give you a deeper view of the area that many visitors miss.
Cooperstown Weather:
It Doesn’t Get More Inconsistent Than This
Written on AUG.12, 2025
Don’t bother looking at the weather app. Seriously. The weather in Cooperstown changes by the day. Actually, it changes by the minute. You’re just as likely to get a sunburn as you are to get hit with a surprise drizzle. At some point during the day, it’s going to be overcast. Every other day? Drizzle. That’s just how it goes here. But no matter what’s falling from the sky, the scenery stays gorgeous.
Team Dinner Spots in Cooperstown: The Places To Rave About And Will Fit Your Team
Written on APR.8, 2025
While you may be Googling “where to eat in Cooperstown” or asking your team group chat for dinner ideas, this story is about the real places locals send tournament families. The ones that can actually handle 12+ hungry kids, stressed-out parents, and coaches who need a drink.
Because here’s the deal: a lot of restaurants in Cooperstown are tiny. Cute? Yes. Capable of feeding your whole roster? Not a chance.
Is the Otesaga Haunted? Cooperstown’s Most Legendary Ghost Story
Written on DEC.17, 2025
While you may be looking for where to stay in Cooperstown, whether it be the Otesaga, a bed and breakfast, a VRBO, or hotels near Cooperstown, this story is about one special historic stay away.
Cooperstown may be a baseball mecca, but ask any local and they’ll tell you: there’s more to this town than bats and balls. One place that sparks whispers, raised eyebrows, and ghost stories . . .
Why Every Family Should Visit Council Rock in Cooperstown
Written on SEPT.28, 2024
Looking to escape the tournament chaos for a moment of peace? Council Rock is the perfect detour — a hidden gem right by Otsego Lake with deep roots in Cooperstown’s history. Whether you’re snapping a family photo, soaking in the lake breeze, or giving your kid space to reset, this quiet spot delivers. It’s free, fast to visit, and feels like a secret most tourists miss.
The Truth About Induction Weekend: Where to Stand, When to Show Up
Written on JUL.17, 2023
While Cooperstown is just a quiet little town in the County of Otsego for most of the year, that changes in the summer and most certainly Induction Weekend. Every hotel in Cooperstown within a 40 mile radius is booked, trying to find a place to sit down in a restaurant in town is nearly impossible, and parking is impossible without insider knowledge. Here are some sneak peak tips that I have as someone who has lived Induction Weekend for over a decade.
What to Know About Cooperstown All Star Village and Dreams Park
Written on FEB.17, 2025
Coming to Cooperstown for a baseball tournament? You're probably headed to Cooperstown Dreams Park or All Star Village - two incredible week-long experiences designed just for youth baseball players and their families.Both tournaments bring the dream: pin trading, team bonding, home runs under the lights, and memories that last way longer than a single summer.As a local who’s seen thousands of families come through town - and played in All Star Village for four summers - here’s what actually makes each place special, and what to know before your week kicks off.
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