As a Yankee fan for over 64 years, a visit here when in New Jersey was a must. It did not disappoint! There is a display of catcher gloves though the decades, and lots of pictures and quotes from Yogi. There are replicas of his 10 world series rings and three MVP awards. (the originals were stolen). There is a view into the minor league stadium named after him. I enjoyed the 20 minute film on him also. Yogi's WWII service, and the mentorship of HOFer Bill Dickey are also highlighted. I highly recommend a visit to a place that honors one of the all-time great Yankees, and a great human being. read more

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A great museum dedicated to the beloved American Baseball Player, Manager and Coach Yogi Berra. In front of the museum, you'll see a beautiful statue of Yogi Berra. Mr. Berra was a wonderful family man. During his lifetime, he embraced the importance of giving back and helping others. President Barack Obama awarded the Presidential Metal of Freedom to Yogi Berra. The museum has a pitching area, where you can test your speed. There's a wonderful display of the evolution of catchers mitts from 1895- 2016. During your visit to the museum, please stop in the theater to see an overview of Yogi Berra's life, narrated by Tom Brokaw. The winning banners of the Yankee from 1947 -1962 hang in the theatre. Ticket prices are as follows: Adult- $10, Senior $5, Under 18 $5, Montclair University Students and Veterans Free. There's a designated parking area for visitors to the museum. read more

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Play ball! This is a small yet wonderful museum to explore the world of baseball. It's located on the campus of Montclair State University and parking is easy. It's closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children under 18, or $5 for seniors. The legend, Yogi Berra, is the focus but there's so much more. The staff and volunteers are passionate and knowledgeable. The space is informative and fun. Ask about the film because you can't miss the theater. It's well done and makes you feel like you're at the stadium. There are games the spring so be sure to return for more fun. The field is shared by Montclair State and NJIT. read more

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I have a soft spot for small, niche museums, and the Yogi Berra Museum on Montclair State University's campus is exactly my cup of tea. Located near the entrance to MSU's ball field which bears his name, this museum is dedicated to the life and legacy of Yogi Berra, best known for his 18 seasons with the New York Yankees. One of the baseball's all-time greats, Berra is a fascinating figure whose career achievements belie his humble origins and ethical propriety. Known also for his many clever quips, Berra was a family man and devoted husband, a long-time resident of Montclair, and an all around nice guy. The museum covers his life story from the early days through the legacy he left behind. There's plenty of information about the history of professional baseball; you'll get to see catcher's mitts throughout the ages, as well as a progression of catcher's masks that show just how far the sport has come in terms of player safety. One unexpected exhibition that I greatly enjoyed is a relatively new installation about the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on both baseball and The Bronx, home of Yankee Stadium and an area disproportionately impacted by the virus. Thoughtfully curated and quite timely. read more

Located on Monclair State University campus, this is a must sight to see even even if you're not a New York Yankee fan. A great story of baseball lore and one of the best catchers in history. There is a 25 minute movie in the "stadium " section of the museum, many things to see & hear. The average stay here is one hour The average stay for a baseball fan is 1.5 hours. The average stay for a Yankee fan is 2 hours. read more

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Excellent museum and learning center on the grounds of Monclair State Univ. Located in Little Falls, NJ. Well worth the visit for any fan of baseball or the New York Yankees for whom Lawrence "Yogi" Berry played, coached and managed for decades. The museum staff all were very friendly and engaging (special thanks to Bill and John). You can spend as little or as much time here, learning more about Mr. Berry, his life growing up in St. Louis, his service in the Navy (gunners mate on a landing craft during D-Day) and his baseball career. A movie about Yogi "It Ain't Over" has just been released and we will head over to the theatre to check that out. Great day for us baseball fans! read more

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As a Yankee fan, when I heard this was less than 5 minutes away from my cousin's house I decided we had to make a stop here during our visit, and I was not disappointed by an interesting and fun afternoon. Yogi was a top notch player and an even better human being, and it was cool to learn more about this remarkable man. The museum is located on the campus of Montclair University. There is parking in a student lot, with signs that say you will get some sort of receipt inside and put it in your car, but we asked when we went inside and they said it wasn't necessary. The museum had a lot of interesting artifacts, stories and pictures from Yogi's life, and included some other interesting things such as an electronic screen where you pitched a soft ball to not only try to hit the strike zone but to see how fast you could throw. There was also an interesting basketball exhibit, and a cool theater that played a movie about Yogi's life. The young man who was working was really helpful and set up the movie just for me and my husband and my cousin. The place is not huge, could easily be done in 1-2 hours, we stayed about 2.5 but we are pretty thorough. The one room also has a really cool view of the field, so if a game is going on it would be a cool place to watch, not sure if they are open during those times or not. Whether a Yankees fan, a baseball fan in general, or just looking for somwhere to learn something about a truly classy, first rate guy, this is a great place for you. read more

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While visiting NYC we drove out to see the museum as I am a baseball nut, especially the Yankees of Gehrig, DiMaggio, and Mantle. Oh yes Yogi too. It's a small museum, we got there 40 minutes before it closed and had extra time to spare. If you are a Yankee fan you have to go there. Gift shop could be better. read more

Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center - Museums Near Me - Little Falls, New Jersey

We tried to drive here several times over the years, but were always defeated by New Jersey's wonky highway system. This time we just took the train to the Montclair State University campus and then an Uber for a 5 minute drive up to the museum. I cannot say enough for how warmly we were treated by the people there. The man who took our money spent 10 minutes giving us a guided tour of the exhibits near the entrance. The building does not look that big, but it was packed with so much memorabilia that you could only compare this to the Halll of Fame itself. That day I learned that Yogi was a genuine war hero - when he left baseball to enlist in the Navy, he also volunteered for a special mission on an experimental ship loaded with rockets - putting him at the first wave on D-Day. After they landed his team mates said "Get down!" He stood up anyway - "Heck I wanted to see this. It was like the fourth of July." He lived to June 7, went back to baseball, and for decades wore the crown of "Greatest Living Yankee." read more

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On the grounds of Montclair State University in Little Falls, NJ, the Yogi Berra Museum is a hidden gem. It is a first-rate museum that I call Smithsonian-quality, starting with the knowledgable staff who greet you like old friends. The $10 admission is a bargain, with free parking across the street [dedicated spaces for the museum]. Another bonus is a great view of the Yogi Berra baseball field, where the minor league Jackals play. Highly recommend. We didn't have time for the 22-minute video, so we'll be back! read more

This is such a great little museum and I'm so glad I got to see it before I moved out of the area. It's a small museum, but it's jam packed with a lot of information on Yogi's career, baseball from his era, and Yankees memorabilia. You can tell that it was designed with love of a man who was so important to this area and Montclair University and really cared about the people here. Yogi was a legend and it's a great little museum to an even greater man. read more

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My husband is an avid Yankee fan with a vast knowledge of the teams history so it was only fitting that I bring him to the Yogi Berra Musuem. It is easy to get to, offers convenient parking and is set on the grounds of the Montclair Campus, hence the Learning Center name. The museum is well curated, chock full of nostalgia, Yogi-isms, historical events, and family trivia. My husband and I learned many interesting details, down to how he earned his nickname. I highly recommend visiting the museum, even if you are not a Yankee fan. Yogi is defined by much more than "baseball player". read more

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Yes, some items stolen Oct. 8, 2014 are replaced with replicas, but the overall concept of the museum has not been lost. It's still a tribute to Yogi Berra, From his youth in St. Louis captured in nostalgic pictures, to his WWII accomplishments off the beaches of Omaha, to letters written to his beloved wife Carmen and of course his Hall Of Fame credentials on the field, I was so pleased to see that he was awarded the Presidential Metal of Freedom. It is still all there displayed in separate rooms which reflect different times in his life.. There is a video shown in the mini-Yankee Stadium theater. It will take you about an hour to see what the museum has to offer. It's the most complete picture of Yogi Berra that you can find anywhere and for that reason alone it is well worth a visit. Yogi Berra's Stadium home of the Jackals is in the back of the museum. The entrance to the museum is off Valley Road. Free parking next to the museum is available. An adult ticket is $10, senior citizens $5, Montclair students and military vets free, It is open Fri, Sat and Sunday with hours of 12-2 pm and 3 pm-5 pm. Due to the Covid-19 tickets must be purchased online for one of these time periods. read more

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I came here in the middle of the day on a Saturday because I previously purchased tickets on Groupon for about $3 each. There wasn't anyone else in the museum when we entered, and only about three other people when we exited. The museum itself is pretty small and simple, you can get through the whole thing in about an hour. This is located at Montclair University, make sure you follow the signs and park in the spots labeled for the museum parking. My boyfriend is a huge Yankees fan and familiar with Yogi Berra, but I wasn't. Even though I was unfamiliar with him, it was still interesting to learn about Yogi's life and how he became so involved in baseball. The museum portrays him as a classy, charismatic, all around great guy! I loved looking at all the old photos of Yogi and his family and seeing him grow up to be such an influential player in baseball. My favorite part of the museum was seeing all the Yankee championship rings, they've really gotten so outlandish looking throughout the years. This is a good place to check out if you're a baseball fan, or if you're with someone who is a baseball fan. Check out Groupon for cheaper tickets! read more

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As a kid who loved baseball and baseball cards, Yogi Berra was an iconic figure who we heard stories about, but never got to see play the game. As I grew up and learned more and more about the man, the iconic status never changed. As an adult who was hired by Montclair State University, home of the museum, getting to meet the man was truly awesome. And this museum, HIS museum, is a great way to get to know about the man...even if you aren't a Yankee fan, it's a great baseball museum. A couple weeks ago, we lost what I consider to be an American icon with Yogi's passing. A Hall of Famer, Yogi is considered to be one of the greatest catchers, and Yankees, of all-time and he was, and still is, the only player to collect ten World Series rings. Think about that...there are some great players who never played in a World Series and Yogi's teams WON TEN. Even if you absolutely hate the Yankees you can tip your cap for THIS Yankee-and this museum kind of makes everyone a Yankee fan-at least while you're there (full disclosure-I'm NOT a Yankee fan). When I worked at Montclair State I got to meet Yogi and his wife a couple times and he was funny and endearing when I met him and never seemed to act like the biggest person in the room (his stature notwithstanding). I guess my most interesting story about Yogi was that he almost ran me over on campus not once, but TWICE. Luckily my reaction time was a little better than his. Many people don't know (or didn't before today) that Yogi put off his MLB career due to WWII where he served as a gunner's mate in the US Navy. Yogi, as a 19 year old kid, was on a small rocket ship off the coast of Normandy providing fire support for the D-Day invasion. The word hero is thrown around quite cavalierly these days, but Yogi really was an American hero. If you get the chance to visit the museum I really recommend doing so. read more

Came here on the recommendation of my brother-law who lives nearby. Any Yankee fan would love this museum. In fact, probably any baseball fan would enjoy it. We spent about 1 1/2 hours there and saw everything without rushing. Plenty of memorabilia from Yogi's personal and professional life, as well as baseball and national milestones. read more

Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center - Museums Near Me - Little Falls, New Jersey

A small, but very nice collection about the legend's life. I recommend asking the employees to turn on the 22 minute long movie about his life (there isn't a set schedule). Warning : if you buy from the gift store, they charge $5 for a bag to put your gifts in. read more

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Whether you are a Yankees fan or not Whether you are a baseball fan or not, this is such a treat. Located on the Montclair State University campus and overlooking the baseball stadium, this treasure is a treat for any family or group outing. There is a chance you will see Yogi as he is there often. This journey takes you from the early beginnings of baseball to present day with Yogi adding memorabilia and his personal experiences along the way. This is a such a great baseball museum. There is even a Yankee cow at the entrance signed by many of the greats. read more

Sadly, I loaned them an early 1950's sports magazine to display at the museum, which they did for about two years. When I gave it to them, it was in excellent condition. It was returned to me damaged and torn. I was shocked that they would treat the item with such disrespect. I didn't ask for anything in return, but their solution, adding insult to injury, was to offer me a signed Alex Rodriguez baseball to make up for it. I declined. This was supposed to be a family heirloom, and nothing can make up for their lack of responsibility with other people's treasures. I have a deep affection for the Yankees and for Yogi; he had nothing to do with this. Be careful if you loan anything to them. You can't count on it's condition upon return. -Peter read more

This is a great baseball museum. I do admit though that non-Yankee fans may not have the same enthusiasm as I do. The setting on a college campus is beautiful. There is plenty of free parking. The exhibits are great and of course right at the entrance are a statue of Yogi as well as a Holy Cow. They also run some great programs with current or former players as well as with authors. read more

The museum has a lot to see and they have a pitching simulation you will have fun with. The history of Yogi Berra is interesting to learn about. The museum is not that big but it is worth going to and you will have fun. read more

Great hidden gem, celebrating not only Yogi, but the generations of Yankees and all of baseball. I'm not a Yankee fan, but I'm a Yogi fan, and have renewed respect for what the Yankees have been able to accomplish over the decades. What are you waiting for--go and pick up a new quote and catch a ballgame next door at the Yogi Berra Stadium while you're at it. read more

I visited the Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center on the Montclair State University campus in New Jersey for the first time yesterday. It was an exceptional time from the friendly greeting by Bill and Gary (didn't get the name of the third person there) to the clean and well laid out displays, to the personal and group tour provided by Bill. The memorabilia is well notated, and with even just a little history knowledge of the time you are able to appreciate a legendary and magical era of baseball. Yogi Berra's life and career is rightfully the center piece of the museum. He was a great person and ball player. The Museum also gives a history of the era albeit mostly NY Yankee history. When I finished and was about to leave, Bill asked me if I'd seen the MVP plaques or the World Series Rings. I said no. He took me to the displays. My point here is when you are viewing a large display, look behind you or you will miss very important parts of the museum. You'll understand when you visit. I recommend going to the museum whether or not you are a Yogi fan, a Yankee fan or even a baseball fan. Your children will also enjoy it. You'll get a glimpse into the past. It is time well spent in a great place. One last point. A fact I did not know, Yogi Berra was at D-Day on June 6, 1944. He was a quiet and amazing hero for America and baseball. read more

Nice museum/exhibit covering all of Yogi Berra's life. Takes about an hour to see it all, including a 20 minute film on his life. Some interesting items on Mr. Berra like early baseball contracts, old photos from when he was a kid, his service during the D-Day Invasion, etc... Well worth the trip for a Yankee fan. Be sure to catch a Montclair State baseball game. The field is right behind the museum. read more