Pro Football Hall of Fame opens 'Stark County Proud!' exhibit

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CANTON, Ohio - The Pro Football Hall of Fame has opened a new exhibit inside the museum.

The "Stark County Proud!" exhibit has opened and recognizes and showcases local talent, featuring bronze busts of legends like Paul Brown, Dan Dierdorf, Marion Motley, and Alan Page, plus displays for nearly 100 players who went from Stark County high schools to the NFL. 

The exhibit also features why the Pro Football Hall of Fame is located in Canton, the people who made the Hall possible, and an interactive kiosk highlighting the 97 men who played high school football in Stark County and later stepped on an NFL field for at least one regular season-season game in their careers. 

"'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. 

Guests can experience "Stark County Proud!" as part of their regular admission to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Christmas Eve (9 to 1) and Christmas Day (closed), until next Thanksgiving. 

All residents of Stark County can enjoy half-price admission with proof of residency through February 28. The exhibit will run into March. 

The full press release can be found here.