Recreation Park II

Opened in 1889

Several venues share the name “Recreation Park”. See all of them.

About Recreation Park II

Recreation Park II was a College Football and MLB stadium in Columbus, Ohio. It opened in 1889 and closed in 1897. Tenants included Columbus Solons (MLB, 1889–1891) and Ohio State Buckeyes (College Football, 1897).

Venue Information

Year Opened

1889

Year Closed

1897

Location

Columbus, Ohio

Location derived from the venue's coordinates using OpenStreetMap data.

Teams

Team League Years
Ohio State Buckeyes
Moved to: Ohio Field (1900–1921)
College Football 1897 - 1897
Columbus Solons MLB 1889 - 1891

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Recreation Park II built?

Recreation Park II opened in 1889.

Where did the Ohio State Buckeyes play after Recreation Park II?

After leaving Recreation Park II in 1897, the Ohio State Buckeyes moved to Ohio Field in 1900. They played there until 1921.

Location

Coordinates: 39.9453, -82.9894
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References

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