American Park

Opened in 1884

Venue Information

Year Opened

1884

Teams

Team League Years
Cincinnati Bearcats
Moved to: Burnet Woods (1903–1909)
College Football 1896 - 1900
Cincinnati Reds
Cincinnati Reds (1890–1952)
Cincinnati Red Stockings (1881–1889)
Previously: Bank Street Grounds (1882–1883)
Moved to: Palace of the Fans (1902–1911)
MLB 1884 - 1901

Frequently Asked Questions

When was American Park built?

American Park opened in 1884.

Where did the Cincinnati Bearcats play before American Park?

Before moving to American Park in 1896, the Cincinnati Bearcats played at Pendleton Park, East End Grounds, and Association Park in 1893.

Where did the Cincinnati Bearcats play after American Park?

After leaving American Park in 1900, the Cincinnati Bearcats moved to Burnet Woods in 1903. They played there until 1909.

Where did the Cincinnati Reds play before American Park?

Before moving to American Park in 1884, the Cincinnati Reds played at Bank Street Grounds from 1882 to 1883.

Where did the Cincinnati Reds play after American Park?

After leaving American Park in 1901, the Cincinnati Reds moved to Palace of the Fans in 1902. They played there until 1911.

Historical Names

American Park

1884 - 1901

Current

League Park

1884 - 1901

Cincinnati's League Park

Unknown - Present

Location

Coordinates: 39.1169, -84.5367
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