Quotes by Bob Kendrick

“Its been one of the biggest things that this museum has ever done. Most people with some kind of knowledge of [the Negro Leagues] thought it was some kind of vagabond league, and it turns into some kind of grandiose story.”

“We would love everyone to come to Kansas City.”

“I call it a barnstorming tour. Taking it to communities all over the country, introducing many folks to Negro Leagues baseball for the first time.”

“You learn what they had to endure to build this enterprise, but you also learn what an incredible enterprise they were able to sculpt out of the hardships of segregation.”

“Between now and Feb. 27, were all on pins and needles.”

“This will provide a glimpse of what life was like in the Negro Leagues.”

“When they see images of guys like Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Ernie Banks and Roy Campanella, whom they recognize as household major-league stars, and realize they came out of the Negro Leagues, all of a sudden that mindset changes.”

“Most people dont know these guys came out of the Negro Leagues, and those are some of the household names in Major League Baseball. Thats just a sampling of the kind of talent that was present in the Negro Leagues.”

“Its a wonderful glimpse at something great that emerged from a difficult time in our society. For a great many of our visitors, theyre walking in the door and getting their first look at something they didnt know anything about. It has been awe-inspiring for a lot of folks.”

“Literally, were taking the story to the people. If youre of African American or Latin descent, this is like a Mecca. These are your roots. You dont play this game if not for these guys who played in the Negro League.”