Iconic Conversations: Ed Wheatley, Baseball in St. Louis

Iconic Conversations, a new, thought-provoking speaker series at the historic Old Courthouse that brings St. Louis history to life. Gateway Arch National Park and Jefferson National Parks Association are proud to host free, monthly programs, featuring compelling talks by local authors, community voices, and other knowledgeable guests who will explore a variety of topics relevant to the St. Louis region.

All programs are free, open to the public, and no reservations are needed. They will be held at 2:00 p.m. on the second Sunday of the month in the rotunda of the historic Old Courthouse (11 N. 4th Street, St. Louis, MO 63102). The building is fully accessible, with free Sunday street parking available, and a sign language interpreter will be on hand for each presentation.

What better season to learn about our town’s baseball history than April? Author Ed Wheatley traces St. Louis’ long love affair with “America’s favorite pastime” –from kids playing in farm fields and school yards to the sports heroes of the major leagues and Negro leagues.

Ed grew up in and around the world of baseball and continues to play in senior leagues across the country. As a leader of the St. Louis Browns Historical Society, he works to preserve the history and legacy of this transplanted American League team.