City moves Hank Aaron’s home to temporary location in James Shields Park

Mobile, Alabama (WKRGMore) — The mobile city is preparing to move Hank Aaron’s childhood home.

For years, the former home of mobile baseball legends Hank Aaron StadiumThe city is currently preparing to move the house to James Shields Park.

The house will go to Augusta Street near the parking lot of the park. Rick Jacon grew up in the neighborhood.

“I think it’s a great idea,” Jacon said. “Property values ​​will go up and young people will have something to do during the day, you know, in the summer when they go out.”

Kebba Dauso, who now lives in the neighborhood, said he supports the decision. “I think it’s very good,” he said.

The move may not be long-term, according to a city spokesperson. The city calls the location a temporary location. We asked the city how long they expect the house to be in this new location.

WKRG News 5 asked the city if there was an option currently on the table for a permanent location for the home.

People who live near the park say they want to see Hank Aaron’s homestay at James Shields Park.

“It brings tourists to my neighborhood,” Dauso said.

Jacon said, “You know? A lot of people in the area knew Hank Aaron, so I think it’s going to be a great move.”

He thinks the city could even consider expanding the current parking lot, giving more people the chance to see the home.

Jacon continued, “I think there’s a lot of space over there to get an extra parking space, because sometimes you see some people coming in and hitting golf balls.”

A home museum honors the achievements of one of mobile’s most famous baseball players. Hank Aaron.

According to the city, there is no particular reason for the timing of the move. When WKRG News 5 asked the city why the house was being moved temporarily, a spokesperson for Mobile said it was “because it is not currently owned by the city and is on land not open to the public.” I was.

Jacon said, “Yeah, I think it’s a good idea. , there are more things tourists can do while they are here.”

Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson’s office sent a statement regarding the move to WKRG News 5.

“Hank Aaron’s childhood home has been entrusted to the City of Mobile by the Aaron Family, and ensuring its preservation, protection and public access is a top priority for us. Before choosing Shields Park, we researched several potential locations for the Hank Aaron Home in a location that is easily accessible to mobilians and visitors who want to learn more about Hank Aaron’s enduring legacy. , our staff can monitor and maintain the home.”

Mayor Sandy Stimpson

The city wants to move by July.according to Ongoing bidding processAt the moment No transfer cost estimate.

Regarding the final location of Hank Aaron’s home, a city spokesperson told WKRG News 5: Once you have identified a suitable permanent location for your home, proceed to place it somewhere in Toulminville. ”