Vintage Base Ball Game to Transport Fans Back to 1858

What: In just their second season, the Blue Island Brewmasters have acquired quite a following. The vintage base ball (as it was in 1858, two words) team takes the field for their second home game on Sunday, August 12 at 2:00 p.m. at the Gas Works Grounds in Blue Island and are inviting “cranks” (fans, as they were affectionately known) from all over the southland to come out and enjoy the fun.

Some notable differences between today’s game and the way it was played in 1858: Fielders wear no gloves, and can catch the ball on a fly, or, on one bounce to put a batter out. There’s no spitting, swearing, stealing bases, sliding, or arguing, with infractions incurring a fine of a day’s wages – 25 cents. Pitching is underhand, and it’s the job of the hurler to place the ball where the batter wishes.

This program is just one of many presented by the Blue Island Historical Society, a community organization dedicated to preserving local history and educating the public.

When: Sunday, August 12 | 2pm – 4pm (Can accommodate earlier for morning shows)

Where: Gas Works Grounds, at the intersection of James St. & Ann St., Blue Island, IL 60406

Contact: Kevin Brown at 708-603-9156 or info@blueislandhistoricalsociety.com

More information can be found at http://blueislandhistoricalsociety.com

The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau is the official destination management and marketing organization for Chicago’s 63 south and southwest suburbs. The Chicago Southland CVB markets the Chicago Southland region as a destination for leisure, meetings and conventions, group tour and sports events.

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