The building's iconic rotunda is shaped like a football, with 17 support columns representing the original 17 members of the NFL's first class.
The bronze busts are created by sculptor Blair Buswell, who has been casting the inductees' likenesses since 1990.
The first class of enshrinees in 1963 included 17 members, such as Jim Thorpe and George Halas.
The museum contains a 'Pro Football Today' gallery that is updated weekly during the NFL season to feature game-worn items from recent notable performances.
The facility houses the Lamar Hunt Super Bowl Gallery, which displays all 58 Super Bowl rings to date.
The original charter of the American Professional Football Association (now the NFL) is archived on-site.
The museum's campus covers over 100 acres, including the Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium used for the annual Hall of Fame Game.
There are currently over 370 individuals enshrined in the Hall of Fame.
The museum archives contain millions of documents and photographs spanning the entire history of the professional game.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame serves as the official repository of American professional football history, honoring the sport's greatest players, coaches, and contributors. Located in Canton, Ohio, the site was chosen because the NFL was founded in the city in 1920. The facility features the iconic bronze bust gallery, which houses every inductee's sculpted likeness. Interactive exhibits document the evolution of equipment, game strategy, and league history from the early 20th century to the present. The Super Bowl Theater provides an immersive, cinematic overview of championship history. Permanent displays showcase legendary artifacts, including original jerseys, game balls, and historical documents. The campus is part of the larger Hall of Fame Village, a multi-use sports and entertainment complex. The museum hosts the annual Enshrinement Week, a major event that draws thousands for the induction of each new class.
The rotunda entrance featuring the massive gold-toned football sculpture.
Download the official Hall of Fame app before arrival for supplementary audio content and interactive maps.
Visit during the weekday to avoid heavy crowds typically seen during the lead-up to the annual Enshrinement ceremonies.
Prioritize the Bronze Bust gallery early, as it is the most popular and time-consuming exhibit to view.
Trying to see every archival document in detail, which can lead to fatigue; focus on the galleries that interest you most.
Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
