At Dodger Stadium today, 200 kids will hear the story of Jackie Robinson, in honor of his 89th birthday.
School children from Mayberry Elementary, Atwater Avenue Elementary, 42nd Street Elementary School, Jackie Robinson Academy, and Roynon Elementary School along with Jackie Robinson Foundation scholars, will learn first-hand about Robinson’s remarkable contributions not only to professional baseball, but also to the civil rights movement. The civil rights pioneer paved the way for equal rights and opportunities regardless of race. Robinson’s story and legacy will be told by relatives, teammates, and others tied to the Dodgers’ diverse history and culture.