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📖About Brown Field
Brown Field has been home to Valparaiso Beacons football since the program's founding in 1919. The 5,000-seat stadium in Valparaiso, Indiana is named after former university president Henry Baker Brown. The Beacons compete in the Pioneer Football League (NCAA Division I FCS). Artificial turf replaced natural grass in 2008 as part of the FITT renovation campaign; lights were added in 2010 and the field was re-turfed with FieldTurf in 2019. The surrounding Warren G. Hoger Track was dedicated in 2014. Brown Field has hosted nine conference championship teams, in 1945, 1951, 1952, 1954, 1964, 1968, 1969, 2000, and 2003.
🏛️Brown Field History
Origins
Brown Field was built in 1919, making it one of the oldest football venues in the Pioneer Football League. Named after the Brown family, early benefactors of Valparaiso University, the stadium has served the Beacons (formerly Crusaders) for over a century, witnessing the evolution of college football.
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Best Seats
The west grandstand offers the best views and shade. Midfield seating provides optimal sightlines in this classic bowl configuration. The intimate stadium means every seat is close to the action with excellent views.
Parking Tips
Campus parking is available in lots near Brown Field. Arrive 90 minutes early for prime spots. The compact Valparaiso campus makes parking straightforward. Additional street parking available in nearby neighborhoods.
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Valparaiso's campus has a strong Lutheran heritage and welcoming atmosphere. The northwest Indiana setting is beautiful in fall. Visit the Chapel of the Resurrection, one of the largest university chapels in the world. Tailgating is family-friendly and reflects the Midwest hospitality.
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Brown Field ranks among the venues tracked on Fan Stamp as the 13th-oldest.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brown Field
- What is the capacity of Brown Field?
- Brown Field has a seating capacity of 5,000.
- Where is Brown Field located?
- Brown Field is located in Valparaiso, Indiana.
- What team plays at Brown Field?
- Brown Field is the home stadium of Valparaiso Beacons in the Pioneer.
- When was Brown Field built?
- Brown Field opened in 1919.
- Where are the best seats at Brown Field?
- The west grandstand offers the best views and shade. Midfield seating provides optimal sightlines in this classic bowl configuration. The intimate stadium means every seat is close to the action with excellent views.
- What are the best parking tips for Brown Field?
- Campus parking is available in lots near Brown Field. Arrive 90 minutes early for prime spots. The compact Valparaiso campus makes parking straightforward. Additional street parking available in nearby neighborhoods.
- What type of surface does Brown Field have?
- Brown Field has a fieldturf (artificial turf) playing surface.
- What stadiums are near Brown Field?
- The closest stadiums to Brown Field are Rate Field (39 mi), Wrigley Field (46 mi), American Family Field (118 mi), Great American Ball Park (211 mi), Comerica Park (214 mi), Busch Stadium (257 mi).
- How old is Brown Field?
- Brown Field opened in 1919, making it 107 years old. It ranks #13 among the oldest stadiums in the country.
References
- Valparaiso University Athletics ↗
- Visit Valparaiso Indiana ↗
- Brown Field - Valparaiso Athletics ↗
- Brown Field (Valparaiso University) — Wikipedia ↗
- Brown Field / Warren G. Hoger Track — Valpo Athletics ↗
- Brown Field — Stadium Journey ↗
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