Japanese Immigrants and Japanese Americans played baseball in Colorado beginning in the early 1900’s. This photo exhibit documents the growth of the game up to the 1970’s. Contributions of new information and photos keeps this project growing and evolving. To contribute, please use the form below.

Several JARCC members researched this history over an extended two-year period while former players gathered pictures, artifacts and shared many memories.

Baseball has long unified Colorado’s diverse communities. Even before statehood, towns formed teams that brought people together. Immigrant groups – like Hispanic sugar beet workers and Japanese Americans — created their own leagues, claiming the sport as part of their American identity. In Denver, rising Black talent let to the first integrated game of the 20th century. Today, baseball still builds lasting connections, especially for new immigrants. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Rocky Mountain PBS

Rocky Mountain PBS Presents: Colorado Experience: United by Baseball

Following the completion of the exhibit using available resources, it was presented to the community at Simpson United Methodist Church on Saturday, October 8, 2016 (Click here to see video.) Currently, the exhibit is on display at the Sakura Square Mezzanine, 1255 19^th Street.

The form below is also available for those requesting an appointment to view the entire exhibit.