Byrne Seminars

Why did the Stadium cross the road? In this seminar we develop multiple perspectives on the history of Yankee Stadium and its epic journey from “The House that Ruth Built” to its current home in the Bronx, New York. We will observe and analyze a number of related themes and issues, including the pluses and minuses of urban development, the relationship between public finance and private enterprise, and the flexible, situational character of change and tradition. Students will explore potential topics and methods for their own research development.