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FACT SHEET
General
The NCAA Hall of Champions celebrates the positive values and
commitment of the NCAA's student-athletes. Set in an inspiring
$10 million structure designed by the nationally prominent architect
Michael Graves, the Hall focuses on what it takes to be a successful
student-athlete - what it takes to be a champion. Through a variety
of highly interactive displays and video presentations, visitors
are able to see and hear athletes and coaches describe how they
excelled in their respective sports (all 23 sports in the NCAA's
Divisions I, II and III are represented).
Location
Located adjacent to the National Collegiate Athletic Association's
new office building in White River State Park, the Hall of Champions
features over 25,000 square feet of exhibit space and more than
3,000 square feet of retail space.
Features
Feature areas in the Hall of Champions include the Great Hall,
Theaters, Display Areas, Hall of Honor, The Gymnasium, Gift Shop,
and the Wrap-Around Video Wall. From the first championship in
1921, Track and Field, to the modern competition of Water Polo
and Field Hockey, all 23 sports and 88 national championships
administered by the NCAA are highlighted. The Hall of Champions
doesn't just include rosters and records; it captures traditions
and great moments as well. The Hall of Champions Gallery will host travelling displays and temporary exhibits.
Banners
hang from the 50-foot ceiling of the Great Hall celebrating the
current winners of all 88 NCAA national championships. Inside
the Hall, theater presentations abound. Jack Nicklaus, Althea
Gibson, John Elway, "Whizzer" White - these are just a few of the
former student-athletes who have received special recognition
from the NCAA. Look them up in the prestigious Hall of Honor exhibit
area.
Two levels
of exhibits feature interactive displays and state-of-the-art
technology and multimedia video presentations
to see. The Campus Corner gift shop features NCAA licensed products, many
exclusive to the Hall of Champions.
Parking
Public parking is available in the underground lot in front (south)
of the Indiana State Museum and east of the NCAA complex. Turn west at
the intersection of West and Washington Streets. Turn right at
the first curb cut (across from the Courtyard by Marriott).
Turn left immediately down the ramp.
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