STEVE RINGMAN / THE SEATTLE TIMES

Safeco Field, located just south of the downtown Seattle core, opened in July 1999. The $517 million facility features a roof that can be closed during inclement weather.

The Seattle Times published a special section devoted to Safeco Field when it opened in July 1999. Several stories detailed the ballpark's features:

· Fans can get up close, personal in stadium

· Food fare with flair

· Safeco gift shops: for that perfect souvenir

· What Safeco offers for kids

· Best bets at Safeco Field

· Safeco questions and answers

· Everything you need to know about Safeco Field

These informational graphics from the special section can help you find your way to, and around, the ballpark:

· Level-by-level diagram

· The retractable roof

· Seating chart

· The site plan Safeco Field

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