Since its opening, Camden Yards has become one of the most influential ballparks built since Shibe Park and Forbes Field pioneered the modern fireproof baseball stadium in 1909. When it opened in 1992 Camden Yards ushered in a new age of ballparks. With an aging Memorial Stadium, the conception of a new stadium in Baltimore began in 1988 when plans were drawn up for a new ballpark to be built in downtown Baltimore. The ballpark was built on land that once was occupied by Babe Ruth’s father’s saloon. Owner of the Orioles at that time, Eli Jacobs, and the head architect, Joseph Spear conceived the design for the ballpark. The design of the Orioles new ballpark was revolutionary because it was followed by nearly every team that built a new ballpark after 1992. The new ballpark was built similar to ballparks built in the early 1900’s. Steel columns, beams, and trusses were used, not concrete to support the ballpark. The facade consists of brick with arches and the low raked upper deck keeps the ballpark from looming over other buildings. Bleacher seats, a picnic area behind part of the centerfield fence and ivy growing on the hitters backdrop give the ballpark a nostalgia feel. The 1898 B&O Warehouse, eight stories high and several blocks long, is located beyond the seats in right field.

The Baltimore Orioles played their inaugural first game at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 6, 1992. The ballpark is nestled on the edge of downtown Baltimore. Many fans enter Camden Yards through the Eutaw Street entrance. This one time street is now a bustling place at the ballpark between the seating areas and the B&O Warehouse. It is a place where fans can enjoy ribs and barbeques, see plaques of great Oriole Hall of Famers, shop, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the ballpark. It also provides an excellent location to congregate with other fans. From Eutaw Street fans see a sea of green seats in the main grandstand. Nestled below street level is the main playing field that prevents fans from having to walk up to get to the lower deck of the seating area.  Large open air concourses allow people to easily move around Camden Yards. Escalators, ramps, and elevators allow easy access to the upper deck.