They are the prized monuments to America's favorite pastime. Inside their walls we've experienced overwhelming joy crushing disappointment and the sheer thrill of the game. In this program THE HISTORY CHANNEL® brings you the captivating story behind America's baseball parks: from the sandlots and wooden ballparks of the 19th century to majestic turn-of-the-century steel and concrete wonders to the monolithic multipurpose stadiums of today. Learn how the concept of the baseball park was first realized and how real estate struggles helped determine the unique shape of some of our most beloved stadiums. Find out how the hot dog became a staple of the ballpark-going experience and how the advent of park lights in 1935 changed baseball forever. From the intimate community parks of days gone by to the space-age mega-stadiums of today explore the changing face of America's BASEBALL PARKS
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