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Welcome to the success factory where Tom Brady’s seven Super Bowl rings, Michael Jordan’s very first Air Jordans, and Oprah’s Presidential Medal of Freedom all live under one fancy roof.
This isn’t a dusty old exhibit where you peer at yellowing programs through plexiglass. No, this is the Hall of Excellence—a self-guided, narratively charged romp through sports and pop-culture history that drops at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on June 20.
Imagine strolling past Muhammad Ali’s gloves, Tiger Woods’ Masters golf ball, and Snoop Dogg spitting stories in your ear (yes, that Snoop Dogg), all while Morgan Freeman’s voice wraps you in the kind of gravitas only Hollywood can summon.
This is next-level legend land.
Open Date: June 20, 2025 – Tickets are on sale now.
Hours: 10 AM – 8 PM daily – Perfect for avoiding both Vegas hangovers and heatstroke.
Location: Level 2 of Fontainebleau Las Vegas – Follow the scent of Tom Brady’s glory.
Prices:
- General Admission: $35 (aka “two overpriced pool cocktails”).
- Kids 5-15: $20 (cheaper than their future therapy bills).
- Discount Crew (seniors/Nevada locals/military): $30 – Flash that ID like it’s a backstage pass.
Pro Tip: Valet validation available if you eat, shop, or spa – Because walking is for peasants
What’s Special About This Museum?
Let’s cut to the chase: Vegas has no shortage of shiny distractions. But the Hall of Excellence isn’t here to compete with slot machines or Cirque du Soleil. It’s here to dunk on every other “must-see” attraction by gathering the rarest sports and entertainment artifacts ever assembled in one place.
Curated by broadcast legend Jim Gray alongside Tom Brady and Frann Vettor-Gray, this museum isn’t just a sentimental stroll down memory lane—it’s a high-octane celebration of the relentless pursuit of greatness.
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You’re not just admiring items; you’re absorbing the sweat, tears, and championship highlights that built these legends’ DNA. If you’ve ever channeled your inner GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) while hustling on a field, court, or in life, this experience feels engineered to stoke that fire.
Where to Find the Hall of Excellence
Tucked up on Level 2 of the sleek Fontainebleau Las Vegas, the Hall of Excellence sits just beyond the retail promenade. You’ll spot signs directing you toward the escalators and elevators, so unless you sprint past every other guest, there’s little chance of wandering into the casino by accident—though that might not be the worst detour in Vegas.
Once you climb up, you’ll arrive in a modern, sunlit corridor that ushers you straight into the museum entrance. Fontainebleau itself feels like the future of Vegas resorts, complete with sky-high pools and jaw-dropping architecture, so you might want to carve out extra time just to marvel at the place before you geek out over the memorabilia.
Your Ticket to Glory (Prices, Hours, and the Fine Print)
Admission starts at $35 for everyone over age fifteen, which is basically the cost of two mediocre fountain pool cocktails these days. If you have a kiddo between five and fifteen, they stroll in for $20, though children under five are politely, but firmly, told to stay home.
Nevada residents, seniors, and military guests with valid ID get a small pat on the back in the form of thirty-dollar tickets.
Doors swing open daily from ten in the morning until eight at night.
What You’ll Marvel At (Without Ruining All the Surprises)
Slide past the admission desk and you’ll enter a hall where each artifact practically hums with legend vibes. Your eyes will be drawn first to Tom Brady’s seven Super Bowl rings, shimmering under spotlights like a treasure chest cracked open by destiny.
Nearby, you’ll eyeball Michael Jordan’s original Air Jordans—that 1984 pair that took basketball shoes from court to culture icon.
But don’t shake off the entertainment side: Oprah’s Presidential Medal of Freedom and her Tony Award for The Color Purple sit there, reminding you excellence isn’t limited to sports fields.
Further down, you’ll find muzzled reminders of barriers shattered. Jackie Robinson’s bat stands as a silent sentinel to his courage in breaking baseball’s color barrier, and Billie Jean King’s 1974 Wimbledon dress nods to her battle for gender equality. Then there’s Muhammad Ali’s gloves from the George Chuvalo fight, still marked by sweat and determination. You’ll even glimpse a pristine Team USA Dream Team jersey, immortalizing the 1992 squad that cartwheeled into basketball folklore.
Don’t miss the Trophy Room at the heart of the experience: it’s a glittering pantheon showcasing the Vince Lombardi Trophy, Heisman Trophy, Claret Jug, Olympic gold medals, and every major award you can name—from the Emmy to the Academy Award. It’s like the Oscars, Grammys, and the Masters had a giant party with all their trophies proudly on display.
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The Celebrity Voices Whispering in Your Ear
This isn’t your grandma’s recorded museum tour. There’s Morgan Freeman, whose voice alone could convince you to buy a used toaster. He delivers the overarching narrative, threading stories together with cinematic flair.
Then individual artifacts get their own guest narrators: Oprah Winfrey chimes in on her awards, Bob Costas breaks down Jackie Robinson’s bat with statistical gusto, Jim Nantz offers poetic context to Tiger Woods’ first Masters golf ball, and Snoop Dogg casually drops in hip-hop anecdotes that somehow feel perfectly at home next to a Vince Lombardi Trophy.
Even Tom Brady and Jim Gray make cameo mentions, reminding you that these collections were passionately curated by driven competitors and storytellers alike.
Pro Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Visit
Arrive a bit before ten if you’re hoping for a leisurely walkthrough without feeling trampled by early crowds. Charge up your phone because there are selfie ops begging to be captured—try posing next to Brady’s rings or under the Archival Trophy Room lighting.
If you want to dodge the midday Vegas heat completely, aim for late afternoons when the Strip feels more like a gentle simmer than a roaring flamethrower. And don’t rush: the Hall of Excellence is self-guided, so linger over the pieces that spark your curiosity rather than hitting every display in one go.
Remember that gift shop at the exit; odds are you’ll feel compelled to snag a mini Lombardi Trophy or a Tom Brady bobblehead as proof that you already maxed out your cool meter.
Why You Owe Yourself This Experience
So here’s the deal: if you’re the kind of person who sets goals, crushes them, then chugs a victory smoothie, the Hall of Excellence exists to give you a front-row seat to greatness. It’s part sports shrine, part storytelling theater, all Vegas spectacle.
Whether you’re dragging along your little league champ, your diehard sports-bar crew, or flying solo, the museum recharges your ambition battery and reminds you why humans chase records, titles, and medals in the first place.
Plus, it’s the only place on earth where Morgan Freeman, Oprah, Snoop Dogg, and your fantasy-league team owner share the same stage. How’s that for star power?
Ready to chart your own path to excellence? Grab your tickets, put on your favorite team jersey, and let the legends do the talking. Vegas has never felt so inspirational—now go claim your seat at the legacy table.
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