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Imagine . . .
. . . Being fined 25 cents by an umpire dressed in a top hat and tails
. . . Assuming the hurler position and being responsible for the striker at the plate
. . . Acting as behind, where you must prevent the opponent from scoring an ace
. . . Trying to catch a ball while dodging trees and buildings in the outfield
. . . Playing the role of clanker and cheering your team to victory
LUMPKIN, GA – Searching for the grassroots days of baseball? Then a visit to Westville during its season of 1860s vintage “base ball” (as it was called then) is a must. In full swing starting April 2, visitors to the 1850s living museum village can play America’s favorite game as it was played in its early days.
Located in west-central Georgia, Westville’s natural surroundings and historical buildings add to the authenticity of the game. Westville is thus one of the few places in the country where vintage base ball is played with uniforms, equipment, and rough field.
If you're young or old, male or female, then you are eligible to play base ball at Westville on the first Sunday of every month, April through September at 3 P.M. EDT. Participants will dodge trees and buildings while trying to catch fly balls or score for their team. Donning color bibs and using custom-made, vintage-styled, square wooden bats of white oak carved by Westville’s own craftsmen, you will experience an afternoon of nostalgic fun.
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