From the Museum’s Archives: Babe Ruth

A symbol of St. Petersburg’s youthful approach towards retirement – and adding to the belief that the Sunshine City’s magical climate will keep you young forever – the Kids & Kubs softball team was founded by St. Petersburg’s Three-Quarter Century Club in 1930. Originally playing their games at South Waterfront Park near current day Al Lang Stadium, the Kids & Kubs now call the field at Northshore park home. Not your average softball team, these amazing athletes have to be at least 75 years of age to sign up! Seen here celebrating “Babe Ruth Day” in 1933 with baseball legend Babe Ruth while the New York Yankees were in St. Pete for Spring Training, the Kids & Kubs have played throughout the United States – winning the World Championship in 1998.

Find more historical photos like this one by visiting the St. Petersburg Museum of History website at spmoh.com.

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Rui Fariashttp://spmoh.com
A near lifelong resident of St. Pete, Rui is the Executive Director of the St. Petersburg Museum of History. He holds a BA in Journalism from USF and was a writer for the St. Petersburg Times before embarking on a 15-year career in PR and Marketing, including events for the Tampa Bay Rowdies and the 1994 FIFA World Cup. After a short stint in public facility management, Rui returned to his love of history, and St. Petersburg, by creating and teaching Pinellas County’s first Florida History class for St. Petersburg High School.