# Event Details - **Event Name**: PRESS PREVIEW OF THE WORLD'S OLDEST FOOTBALL - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am - **Event Description**: A special morning gathering around the world’s oldest known football.About this EventExperience the world’s oldest known football during a special press preview at Coral Gables Museum, accompanied by Cuban coffee and curated bites.This unique morning gathering marks the arrival of one of the most extraordinary artifacts in the history of sport ahead of its first public presentation in the United States. Guests will have the opportunity to experience the artifact up close while connecting with exhibition organizers, international partners, diplomatic representatives, and invited guests involved in this unprecedented collaboration.Dating from 1540–1570, the football was discovered during restoration work at Stirling Castle in Scotland, hidden behind wooden paneling in the Queen’s Chamber, where it had remained for more than four centuries. Now preserved by the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum, it is recognized as the world’s oldest football. Made of stitched leather and originally inflated with a pig’s bladder, it offers a remarkable glimpse into the early origins of the game.The football will be presented as a featured highlight of , a special exhibition presented during FIFA World Cup 2026 that explores how soccer has connected people, cultures, and nations across centuries. Through artifacts, archival photographs, and international stories, the exhibition traces the Scottish roots of Brazilian football, the legacy of Pelé, and the sport’s role in fostering cultural exchange, diplomacy, and international understanding. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/3696e930-6a25-11f1-9578-a1beb0c0b8c8-rimg-w1200-h115-dcffffff-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/coral-gables/press-preview-of-the-worlds-oldest-football/100001991942495626 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Sports, Exhibitions, Art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Coral Gables - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: Coral Gables Museum - **lat**: 25.7505393 - **long**: -80.2602801 - **full address**: Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: PRESS PREVIEW OF THE WORLD'S OLDEST FOOTBALL - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/5e87d3705d53dcd1c0fe7f017361185f676c6714443b6c171e79c56171b7f5c4-rimg-w1200-h600-dc11021b-gmir.jpg?v=1781684351 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is PRESS PREVIEW OF THE WORLD'S OLDEST FOOTBALL being held? - **A:** PRESS PREVIEW OF THE WORLD'S OLDEST FOOTBALL takes place on Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am at Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing PRESS PREVIEW OF THE WORLD'S OLDEST FOOTBALL? - **A:** PRESS PREVIEW OF THE WORLD'S OLDEST FOOTBALL is organized by Coral Gables Museum. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** PRESS PREVIEW OF THE WORLD'S OLDEST FOOTBALL is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Coral Gables, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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