MINUTE MAID PARK HISTORY

MINUTE MAID PARK  (capacity 40,950)

Original Name -- Enron Field

Houston, Texas

Park opened April 2000.  Located on the northeast side of town outdoor baseball came back to Houston for the first time since 1964.  A 242-foot high retractable roof protects fans from the summer heat but also allows the Astros to play on a natural grass surface.  Many fans pass through Union Station on their way to the game.  The old train station is adjacent to the ballpark.  It houses the Team Store, a café, conference rooms and team offices.