Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, Knoxville

Name: Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
Address: 700 S Hall of Fame Dr, Knoxville, 37915, United States
Telephone: +1 865-633-9000

#14 among attractions in Knoxville

Museum, Top attraction, Specialty museum, History museum

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Facts and practical information

The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame honors those who have contributed to the sport of women's basketball. The Hall of Fame opened in 1999 in Knoxville, Tennessee, USA. It is the only facility of its kind dedicated to all levels of women's basketball. Knoxville is known for having a large women's basketball following as well as being the home of the University of Tennessee's Lady Vols basketball team previously coached by women's coach Pat Summitt, who was part of the first class inducted. With the 2017 Induction, the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame celebrated its 19th anniversary and added six new members to its hall, honoring 157 inductees. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1999 (25 years ago)Coordinates: 35°57'47"N, 83°54'39"W

Address

700 S Hall of Fame DrEast KnoxvilleKnoxville 37915 United States

Contact

+1 865-633-9000

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Day trips

Women's Basketball Hall of Fame – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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1 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
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Sport venue, Sport, Theater
Knoxville Civic Coliseum, Knoxville
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0.5 miSW
Park
Volunteer Landing, Knoxville
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~1410 ftSW
Museum, History museum, Architecture
Blount Mansion, Knoxville
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Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Knoxville Museum of Art, Knoxville
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~1810 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Bijou Theatre, Knoxville
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Skyscraper
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Bridge
The Henley Bridge, Knoxville
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0.6 miSW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Church Street United Methodist Church, Knoxville
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~1990 ftSW
Bridge
Gay Street Bridge, Knoxville
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0.5 miW
Memorial, Monuments and statues
Tennessee Woman Suffrage Memorial, Knoxville
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Women's Basketball Hall of Fame open?

Women's Basketball Hall of Fame is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 11 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 5 pm
Thursday 11 am - 5 pm
Friday 11 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Women's Basketball Hall of Fame?

Nearby attractions include South Market Historic District, Knoxville (5 min walk), Craighead–Jackson House, Knoxville (6 min walk), Blount Mansion, Knoxville (7 min walk), First Presbyterian Church, Knoxville (8 min walk).

How to get to Women's Basketball Hall of Fame by public transport?

The nearest stations to Women's Basketball Hall of Fame:

Bus

E. Hill Ave.,600 Eb • Lines: Blue Line Trolley (2 min walk)
Hall of Fame Dr SB @ Hill Ave • Lines: 40 (2 min walk)

Train

Jackson Terminal (18 min walk)
Three Rivers Rambler (21 min walk)