softball invented here.

SOFTBALL ---- AMERICA'S GAME

 

Originated on this site, Thanksgiving Day, 1887. George Hancock and 20 friends gathered here at the Farragut Boat Club's gymnasium and started a game now played worldwide by over 50 million people in 75 countries.

 

This plaque presented by the Amateur Softball Association of America to the City of Chicago, June 29, 1987. Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the sport.

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