Tennessee Association of Vintage Base Ball

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Tennessee Association of Vintage Base Ball These programs are designed to provide history in a fun as well as educational manner; develop team-building skills; and/or for pure entertainment.

The Tennessee Association of Vintage Base Ball promotes living history by bringing the 19th century to life through base ball events that use the rules, equipment, costumes and culture of the 1860s. We provide cultural enrichment and education programs and activities to youth and adults that emphasize honor, team play, respectful conduct and community pride. Our goal is to exemplify to youth and adults alike the values that are lacking in modern-day athletic programs, and encourage a sense of belonging regardless of race, gender, religious conviction or physical ability. What We Do
In addition to monthly living history events during the playing season, demonstrations and workshops for youth and senior groups, museums, historical societies, corporations and others year-round. Should you care to have two teams play an exhibition game at your event, we will work with you to schedule such an event. If you would like to learn more about these services, please contact us.

We are saddened to hear of the passing of longtime Nashville baseball historian Skip Nipper. Skip was heavily involved i...
10/22/2026

We are saddened to hear of the passing of longtime Nashville baseball historian Skip Nipper. Skip was heavily involved in the formation of our league and served as an arbiter for many years. Our condolences to his family and those who knew him.

Longtime Nashville baseball historian Skip Nipper died on Oct. 21 after battling cancer.

⚾ OFF-SEASON JOB CHECK-IN: “LITTLE BROTHER” ❄️A firm believer in the ancient philosophy of “Ball is Life,” Little Brothe...
10/11/2026

⚾ OFF-SEASON JOB CHECK-IN: “LITTLE BROTHER” ❄️

A firm believer in the ancient philosophy of “Ball is Life,” Little Brother simply couldn’t bear the thought of an off-season without base ball.

So, when an invitation arrived to play in the Winter League, he packed his bags, grabbed his bat, and set off for Austria! 🇦🇹

There was, however, one minor misunderstanding…

The invitation was for the AUSTRALIAN Winter League. 🇦🇺

Now stranded in a snowy Alpine wonderland, Little Brother remains dressed for nine innings, patiently awaiting his teammates, and wondering why the kangaroos are nowhere to be found.

The good news? His dedication to the game is unmatched.

The bad news? His geography could use some work.

Somebody please get this man a map. 🗺️⚾

10/06/2026
Tune in at 6:00 CST for a special live stream of the TAoVBB, live from Iowa!
10/05/2026

Tune in at 6:00 CST for a special live stream of the TAoVBB, live from Iowa!

OFF-SEASON EMPLOYMENT REPORTWhile many of our ballists have taken honest employment to carry them through the long winte...
09/30/2026

OFF-SEASON EMPLOYMENT REPORT

While many of our ballists have taken honest employment to carry them through the long winter months, SoCal has elected to do no such thing.

No factory. No farm. No mercantile. Not even a paper route.

Instead, he has retired to a nearby cave, where he intends to sit quietly and wait until the 2027 base ball season begins.

When asked how he plans to support himself in the meantime, SoCal simply replied, “How many days till Opening Day?”

Godspeed, SoCal. We’ll come fetch you in March. ⚾️🕯️

Good morning!Just a reminder that we will be playing an exhibition at MaupinFest - A Celebration of Old-Time Dance and M...
09/24/2026

Good morning!

Just a reminder that we will be playing an exhibition at MaupinFest - A Celebration of Old-Time Dance and Music this Saturday at 1PM. Come on out and enjoy some food, music and of course, base ball!

📰 FROM THE OFF-SEASON DISPATCHESWith our season now all but concluded and the bats and balls put away for their winter’s...
09/22/2026

📰 FROM THE OFF-SEASON DISPATCHES

With our season now all but concluded and the bats and balls put away for their winter’s rest, we shall spend the coming weeks checking in upon a few of our esteemed ballists to learn how they occupy themselves when not engaged upon the diamond.

As our readers surely know, vintage base ball is a notoriously low-paying profession—owing chiefly to the unfortunate fact that it pays absolutely nothing. Thus, many a ballist must seek honest employment during the off-season to keep bread upon the table and the base ball dream alive.

Our first subject is Squatch, recently observed deep within the Tennessee wilderness.

Squatch has returned to his customary off-season occupation: looking blurry in the woods.

Witnesses report seeing a large, suspendered figure lurking amongst the timber, though every attempt to secure photographic evidence has inexplicably resulted in an image just fuzzy enough to raise questions.

Scientists remain baffled.
His teammates do not.

Should you encounter Squatch in the wild, do not approach. Simply tip your cap, offer three huzzahs, and continue along your way.

⚾🌲 More dispatches from the off-season to come…

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600 James Robertson Pkwy
Nashville, TN
37219

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