Exhibit: Character

August 31, 2025 9:00 AM –5:00 PM

Overview

The Pro Football Hall of Fame's exhibit titled "Character" aims to highlight the core values of football—such as courage, commitment, respect, and integrity—and how they are demonstrated by players both on and off the field.

The centerpiece of the exhibit will focus on the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, the NFL’s most prestigious individual honor, showcasing past winners and related artifacts from notable players like Walter Payton, Peyton Manning, Jason Taylor, and LaDainian Tomlinson. The exhibit will also feature stories and artifacts celebrating on-field character through players like Bryant Young, Tom Dempsey, and Brandon Burlsworth, who overcame personal adversity. Off-field character will be represented by military veterans such as Rocky Bleier and Pat Tillman, as well as the heroism of Joe Delaney.

Additionally, the exhibit will explore 21 points of interest connecting character and football, with programming and events planned throughout 2025, including educational activities for thousands of students. The exhibit will be available to visitors as part of regular admission to the Hall of Fame.

Mapped location of Exhibit: Character
Exhibit: Character
Canton Pro Football Hall of Fame 2121 George Halas Drive Northwest Canton, OH 44708
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