Murfreesboro, TN - This summer, the historic grounds of Oaklands Mansion will echo with cheers and the crack of bat-on-ball as the Tennessee Association of Vintage Base Ball returns for its 2025 season. Locals and visitors alike are invited to experience baseball as it was played in the 1860s—complete with underhand pitching, no gloves, and a code of gentlemanly conduct that’s as charming as the players’ period uniforms.
The hometown favorites, Stones River Scouts, will take the field alongside teams like the Phoenix of East Nashville, Nashville Maroons, and Quicksteps of Spring Hill, offering fans a glimpse into the sport’s earliest days.
Game Schedule at Oaklands Mansion
- Sunday, August 3
- 12:00 PM – Stones River Scouts vs Phoenix of East Nashville
- 2:00 PM – Stones River Scouts vs Nashville Maroons
- Sunday, August 24
- 1:00 PM – Quicksteps of Spring Hill vs Stones River Scouts
Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets and settle in for an afternoon of nostalgia. Local favorite The Hot Dog Guy will be on hand serving up classic ballpark fare, and admission is typically free—making it a budget-friendly outing for families, history lovers, and baseball fans.
Between innings, guests can tour the mansion itself, a beautifully preserved antebellum home that offers insight into Murfreesboro’s Civil War-era history. Exhibits explore plantation life, the legacy of the Maney family, and the broader cultural heritage of Rutherford County.
For more details on the games, tours, and other summer events, visit Oaklands Mansion’s official website.
