ODENTON, Md. — A free hockey museum will open in Anne Arundel County this weekend.
The NHL's United by Hockey Mobile Museum will head to Piney Orchard Ice Arena, where the Washington Capitals practiced several years ago.
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The 840-square-foot exhibit is touring North America over a seven-month period. It will be held in Odenton on Friday from 3pm to 9pm and Saturday from noon to 7pm.
This traveling museum celebrates hockey pioneers, change-makers, and business leaders from all walks of life. Mobile exhibits feature artifacts and videos. We'll also introduce you to the young stars, officials, broadcasters and women in the game.
The glove worn by Capitals forward TJ Oshie, who is Native American, will also be on display. Capitals defenseman Ethan Bear, Indigenous Canadians, and several Capitals alumni are also featured.
New features include:
- Virtual reality experience on sled with USA Team Paralympic gold medalist Malik Jones
- Adaptive Hockey Displays for Blind Hockey, Deaf Hockey, Sled Hockey, Specialty Hockey, and Standing/Amputee Hockey
- Podcast interview with hockey card collector and educator Dean Burns
The museum was designed by Natalie Zanechia, who continues to incorporate interactive spaces.
” part of hockey is for everyone “This planned traveling museum supports the NHL and the National Hockey League Players Association's continued efforts to raise awareness and provide information about hockey's diverse population,” the Washington Capitals said in a press release Monday. “This season's mobile exhibition promises a uniform display.” Additional elements that explore the game's impact on culture and society, and pay homage to our heroes on and off the ice, provide a more immersive experience. ”
