“History of the Negro Baseball Leagues” at Dover Public Library September 20

On Tuesday, September 20, the Friends of the Dover Public Library will present an exhibit and talk by noted baseball researcher Joseph Caliro on the History of the Negro Leagues. A large display of baseball memorabilia will open for public viewing at 6pm in the Library’s Lecture Hall.

Over 300 pieces of baseball collectables and mementos will be exhibited, including 49 autographed baseballs (nine from Hall of Fame inductees) from the 1920s—1940s. Among the autographed balls are three from the only women ever to play professional baseball.

Baseball cards will also be on display, including the Ted Williams salute to the Negro League, and cards made from the paintings of Marc Charello, illustrator for DC Comics. If you're a baseball fan, a history fan, or a collector, you'll find Caliro's collection to be impressive.

Joe Caliro is a longtime baseball memorabilia collector and Negro Leagues historian His presentation will begin at 7pm with questions and refreshments to follow. This program is free and open to the public.

For more information, please call the Dover Public Library: 516-6050.