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Pro Football Hall of Fame honors home county with new exhibit

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CANTON, Ohio — The Pro Football Hall of Fame is opening a new exhibit this month, but taking a slight turn from the usual football exhibits.

What You Need To Know

  • The new exhibit titled “Stark County Proud!” will focus on the individuals who have made an impact on the game, and museum, from its formative years to present day

  • Families of the Pro Football Hall of Famers from Stark County and other NFL legends who hail from Stark County will be in attendance at the ribbon-cutting

  • The Bronze Busts of Paul Brown, Len Dawson, Dan Dierdorf, Marion Motley and Alan Page will be at the center of the exhibit

The new exhibit titled “Stark County Proud!” will focus on the individuals who have made an impact on the game and museum from its formative years to the present day. 

On display will be artifacts, including the Bronze Busts of five men from the region, along with interactive displays, multimedia storytelling and graphics. Each will show the ways players, coaches and contributors have left their mark on the sport. 

Families of the Pro Football Hall of Famers from Stark County and other NFL legends who hail from Stark County will be in attendance at the ribbon-cutting for the new exhibit, scheduled for 10 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 19.

“‘Stark County Proud!’ is the Hall of Fame’s way of saying thank you to the individuals from this area who have contributed not only to the game on the field but also to those who dedicated themselves to the formation and building of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Museum more than 60 years ago, making it a national landmark in our community,” said Jim Porter, president and CEO of the Hall in a news release. “Football has been woven into the fabric of Stark County for more than a century, and this exhibit will tap into that nostalgia while also celebrating players from today who are contributing to the sport we love.”

The Bronze Busts of Paul Brown, Len Dawson, Dan Dierdorf, Marion Motley and Alan Page will be at the center of the exhibit. Each will have a display showcasing artifacts from their careers.

Organizers said the exhibit will explain “Why Canton?” and how the museum made the county its home. The 1920s Hupmobile will be on display along with artifacts related to the NFL’s founding and early pro teams, including the Canton Bulldogs and Massillon Tigers.

There will also be an interactive kiosk highlighting the 97 NFL legends who played high school football in Stark County. 

The exhibit will run through the end of February, with more details to be announced on special programming.

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