The Clemente Museum

06/13/2025

Happy Friday the 13th!

Did you know that Roberto Clemente wore #13 for the first seven weeks of his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates?

He wasn’t assigned his famous #21 until his teammate who had been wearing the number, outfielder Earl Smith, was optioned to New Orleans of the Southern Association on May 3rd, 1955.

There are many theories as to why he ditched #13 and chose to sport number 21 the rest of his career. Many notice that he had previously worn the number with his Puerto Rican teams, but does anyone know another reason it’s believed he chose #21? Let us know in the comments!


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¡Feliz viernes 13!

¿Sabías que Roberto Clemente llevaba el número 13 por las primeras siete semanas de su carrera?

No llevó su famoso #21 hasta que su compañero de equipo, jardinero Earl Smith, se fue a New Orleans de la Asociación del Sur el 3 de mayo de 1955.

Existen muchas teorías de por que se quitó del 13 y decidió llevarse el 21 por el resto de su carrera. Muchos toman en cuenta que llevaba el 21 con sus equipos en Puerto Rico, ¿pero hay alguien que sepa la otra teoría que se cree de su decisión de ponerse el 21?

06/12/2025

New 21 Hats are in! The classic 21 patch is embroidered on to a FlexFit baseball cap in two new colorways. Whether you go for the classic black and gold or opt for the navy hat with the black and white embroidery, these brand new hats are sure to please everyone!

Which one will you choose? Or maybe just get both?!

Buy them now online or in our gift shop : https://clementemuseum.com/store/

06/12/2025

In honor of the 125th kicking off today at we wanted to present Roberto Clemente’s golf clubs that he received as part of his 1971 sponsorship deal with . As legend has it, Clemente used these clubs only once, throwing them on the ground upon arriving home and exclaiming to Vera, “I never want to golf again! I can’t waste six hours of my day when I have so much I could be doing!”. We’ve all been there Roberto!

06/11/2025

Last minute tickets for tonight's 6pm Guided Tour with Pat? We've got you covered!

The $21 ticket is for 1 attendee. The guided tour will last approximately 75 minutes and is facilitated by a highly knowledgeable docent. Please remain with the group throughout the duration of the…

06/11/2025

Continuing on with our this week!

Hobbyists are conflicted on the style of the 1970 Topps set. Some think the gray-border is dull and dismal, while others argue the simple design offers an understated elegance.

For the ( #350) Roberto Clemente card, the gray borders and Clemente’s name in black script complete the modest look.

The 720 card release was the biggest issue to date, but it came with an increase in price tag from five cents to ten cents for the wax packs.

Because of the increase in price, Topps introduced three different inserts for their 1970 series. In each wax pack, collectors would receive a booklet, a poster, or a scratch-off.

The gray borders on these cards tend to be susceptible to chipping and a straight white or black line can often be found along the top or bottom border. Those lines were placed on the cards to establish where they were to be cut.

An important piece in our card collection for sure!

06/09/2025

Need plans between watching rounds of golf this week? Come to the Clemente Museum!

We have added extra tours and Open Houses this week to welcome as many fans as possible into the museum.

Check out our full Schedule and purchase tickets here:

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06/06/2025

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September 1972
Philadelphia, PA
Photographer: Les Banos

Roberto Clemente takes a moment to pose with members of the Philadelphia Phillies grounds crew during a September night game at Veterans Stadium.

Clemente remarked he was more than willing to be in the photo, as he was always much happier around the humble man.
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1972 septiembre
Filadelfia, PA
Fotógrafo: Les Banos

Roberto Clemente posea con unos trabajadores de mantenimiento de los Phillies de Filadelfia durante un juego de noche en septiembre en el Estadio Veterans.

Clemente mencionó que le gustaría salir en la foto, debido a que siempre estaba más contento en la presencia del hombre humilde.

05/31/2025

Today is the last day to bid on this very special EV signed bottle!

https://clementemuseum.com/auction/

05/30/2025

1972, Roberto Clemente and longtime team physician Dr. Joseph Feingold in the training room photographed by Les Banos.

Earlier that year in late February 1972, Roberto Clemente flew from Puerto Rico to Miami, with the eventual destination being Bradenton, Florida for Spring Training. Upon arrival, Clemente was quarantined until he could prove he had received the smallpox vaccination. Dr. Finegold, who had treated Clemente for over a decade, traveled to Miami to sign Clemente’s vaccination card, which is on display at the museum.

05/28/2025

This 1970 Topps Super 12 features a portrait of a swinging Roberto Clemente with his signature beneath.

The back of the card lists his career statistics, including from the one season he played in Montreal against a bright yellow background.

05/27/2025

¡Gracias a los estudiantes del programa SOY de por presentarnos con esta obra bella de Clemente! El retrato está hecho con papelitos picados de revistas. Muchas semanas de trabajo y dedicación; ¡quedó perfecto! ¡Muchísimas gracias y felicitaciones! 🇵🇷