U.S. Steel Yard is an open-air baseball stadium located in Gary, Indiana next to I-90 in the city's Emerson neighborhood. It is home to the Gary SouthShore RailCats, a professional baseball team and member of the American Association. It seats 6,139 people. It also hosts many Little League Baseball games as well as high school baseball games. The ballpark is notable for holding a memorial service for the late pop musician and Gary native Michael Jackson on July 10, 2009, that was attended by over 6,000 fans, with much of Jackson's family in attendance. The ballpark has had over 2 million fans in attendance during the RailCats' team history. In February 2001, the Northern League's Board of Directors approved a request by Northwest Sports Ventures, LLC to start an expansion baseball team in Gary, Indiana. The team was scheduled to start to play in the 2002 Northern League season. Later that year, a limited liability company named Victory Sports Group took the task to build a ballpark in downtown Gary. In July 2001, the City of Gary and Victory agreed on a 15-year lease that would facilitate the building of a state-of-the-art ballpark with construction scheduled to be completed in May 2002; the groundbreaking ceremony was held at this time. It has become beloved by the locals over the years and hosts various events such as vintage car races, festivals, and local team games. The Field of Dreams provides a spectacular fireworks show on warm evenings. Gary is a vibrant city offering plenty of family-friendly attractions such as concerts at acclaimed venues, fascinating museums, and a vibrant nightlife. Visitors can explore downtown Gary, discover trails that wind through Miller Beach's natural scenery, beach combs at Lake Michigan, stroll through historic former steel mill sites, and explore views from atop Lake Hills' rolling hills. The Ford Ecological Preserve offers educational opportunities for native wildlife. Beachfront parks in Dune Acres offer spectacular views from atop towering dunes. Marquette Park features lakeside beaches, golfing venues and more. Unique eateries like Gianola’s Bakery offer Italian treats. The U.S. Steel Yard is the perfect place to discover the small-town charm of Northwest Indiana. It is an incomparable gem with something for everyone, from catching a championship game at the ballpark to hosting a memorial service for Michael Jackson. Make sure the U.S. Steel Yard is on your list to experience one of Northern Indiana's most