Places to go: Ohio Village Muffin baseball club

According to its Web site, The Ohio Village Muffin baseball club is a group dedicated to the preservation of the game's history and to the growth of vintage baseball throughout the country.

The team plays each year from April to November.

The club travels throughout Ohio and beyond participating in festivals and events interpreting the way baseball was played in 1860 America.

The demonstration of 19th century baseball and its related history are of primary importance.

Historical authenticity is also important in order to accurately portray the game as it was played in the 1860 era.

Location: Ohio Village is at 1982 Velma Ave., in Columbus

Phone: For information regarding the club and for schedule information call the Ohio Historical Society at 614-297-2300 or 800-686-6124.

Web site: www.ohiovillagemuffins.org and www.ohiohistory.org

Admission: $7 for adults, $3 for children 6 and older. Children 5 and under are free.

Parking: $4

Note: The 17th Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 30-31 at Ohio Muffins Meadow at Ohio Village.