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Reds Hall of Fame releases Rosie Red bobblehead

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The Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum presented by Dinsmore is proud to announce the release of a commemorative bobblehead of the vintage Rosie Red mascot. (Cincinnati Reds photo)
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The Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum presented by Dinsmore is proud to announce the release of a commemorative bobblehead of the vintage Rosie Red mascot.
 
The official mascot of one of the most impactful fan organizations in baseball history was unveiled in pre-game ceremonies at Crosley Field on Aug. 6, 1964. The organization Rosie represents, the Rosie Reds, had been founded earlier that year. The group’s name is an acronym: Rooters Organized to Stimulate Interest and Enthusiasm in the Cincinnati Reds.
 
At that time in Reds history, attendance was lagging as was general interest in the club. There were rumors that ownership was actively looking to move the club to another city. Against this backdrop, a group of dedicated fans decided that a concerted effort needed to be made to ward off any chance of the club moving and from that determination, the Rosie Reds were born.
 
A women’s-only organization for the first three years of its history, the Rosies attracted some of the most prominent women in Cincinnati who marshaled their collective resources behind a host of initiatives designed to celebrate the Reds and to stress the significant role the Reds played in the community. The influence of the organization’s leadership, coupled with an aggressive marketing and membership campaign, resulted in rapid growth for the Rosie Reds and with it, an ever-increasing level of impact on the Reds and the city.

In the decades since its founding, the Rosie Reds have continued to grow, diversifying their civic and philanthropic efforts to reach new generations of Reds fans and stands today as one of the most prominent organizations of its kind in all of baseball.
 
The Rosie Red bobblehead, presented by Dinsmore, is free with regular-price paid admission to the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum (or a Great American Ball Park Tour) on Saturdays and Sundays through August, while supplies last. The bobblehead is one of the many benefits included with Hall of Fame membership. For more information and to purchase a membership, visit RedsMuseum.org.
 
The Rosie Reds are the presenting sponsors of the Hall of Fame’s Dinsmore Women in Baseball exhibit. The exhibit explores the multi-faceted and impactful contributions women and girls have made and are making to America’s National Pastime as players, fans, broadcasters, writers, coaches, managers, owners and executives. It is a story that dates to the early days of the organized game and one that continues to evolve in the present day.

The exhibit explores the many obstacles that women and girls have overcome and still struggle against to be a part of the game they love, and highlights many of the groundbreaking individuals, achievements and events that serve as inspiration to all those striving to make a dream come true. Conceived and curated by baseball historian John Kovach, the exhibit features over 200 artifacts.
 
The Reds Hall of Fame and Museum presented by Dinsmore is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (hours vary on gamedays).
• For information on admission prices, please visit RedsMuseum.org
• Children 12 and under are admitted free, courtesy of the H.C.S. Foundation
• Active military/veterans are admitted free, courtesy of the Sargent Family Foundation.

The Reds Hall of Fame and Museum is a proud member of Museums for All. Through this national program, participants and families with SNAP/EBT cards receive free general admission to the museum.
 
About the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum presented by Dinsmore: Driven by a mission to celebrate greatness, preserve history and provide inspiration, the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum at Great American Ball Park is the place where the story of Reds baseball comes alive each day. The Museum features 16,000 square feet of historical, interactive and educational exhibits, highlighting the rich and storied tradition of the Reds for fans of all ages. Since its inception, 93 players, managers and executives have been honored with induction. Plan your visit at RedsMuseum.org.