Play Ball! A Historic Baseball Experience

Step up to the plate for an afternoon of America's pastime as it was played more than 150 years ago! Listen to a talk about the early history of baseball from Professor Hardesty of George Mason University, then experience a baseball game played using authentic 19th-century rules and equipment while George Mason University's 8th Green Machine Band performs period music.
Want to play? Take the field and experience 19th-century baseball firsthand! This is a family-friendly event, and players of all ages are welcome to participate. No baseball experience is necessary. Players will learn the rules before taking the field, and all equipment will be provided. Player registration is required.
Prefer to watch? Register as a spectator to enjoy the historic talk and watch the game from the sidelines. Please consider bringing a chair or blanket for seating. Spectator registration is required.
Registration opens to the public October 3 at 12 p.m.