Sadly, Dunn Field is one of those ballparks that derives much of its glory from what "once was".  The stadium itself is a classic example of old-style ballpark architecture, and is a delight to visit for that reason alone, but the trend these days (especially in the affiliated minors) is to build newer ballparks, not renovate the old classics.  So, rather than affiliated ball, this old classic now hosts an independent Northeast League team. And in most cases, "independent" translates into sloppier play and a lower budget for the team.  At least they kept the Pioneers name from their glory days. 

The structure of the place is indeed classic.  Unlike many parks that feature a grandstand and bleachers, all of the seats here are contained with the covered concrete grandstand.  A giant roof covers all but the first few rows of seats, with girders that are only slightly obtrusive.  Most of the seats are still wooden, with the middle section having been replaced with molded plastic chairs.  There is a small picnic area down the left field line.  The team also built new clubhouses in a 1993 renovation. 

Despite the renovation, the place still feels kind of old, which can be good or bad, depending on how you look at things.  There were bugs in the urinals and the concourse didn't look all that well swept, but these flaws are forgivable.  The park makes up for these things in other ways.  While the view is unspectacular, the setting is kind of nice - in a neighborhood where some folks can actually walk to the game.  Also, there's a bank outside the park past the left field corner where fans can get a good view of the game for free.  Many teams would discourage such actions by constructing a wall, but not here.  They didn't do it while I was there, but I've heard that the PA announcer actually greets the folks on the bank from time to time. 

While the folks who prefer newer parks with all the bells and whistles might shy away, fans of the classic parks (like myself) will enjoy this place, if only because of the way that it hearkens to yesteryear.

The bottom line: Probably average compared to other classic parks I've been to.  It's nice, but it doesn't stand out like Clinton's Riverview Stadium or the late Veterans Stadium in Cedar Rapids (may it rest in peace).