Tufts University in Medford in Middlesex County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
Sol Gittleman Park
In honor of Sol Gittleman, H10, A85P, Alice and Nathan Gantcher University Professor Emeritus
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 6, 2026
1. Sol Gittleman Park Marker
Though his career was in academia, Professor Gittleman never let go of his childhood love for the sport of baseball. His lifelong devotion to the sport is rivaled only by his career-long dedication to the university and its students.
This facility was made possible by the Jumbo community of baseball alumni, parents, and friends, and named Sol Gittleman Park through the generosity of anonymous donors.
Erected 2024 by Tufts University.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1964.
Location. 42° 24.48′ N, 71° 6.881′ W. Marker is in Medford, Massachusetts, in Middlesex County. It is in Tufts University. It is on College Avenue 0.1 miles south of Frederick Avenue, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map.
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Regionally, this marker is in Historic Boston and specifically in Greater Boston. It is also in the American Northeast, in New England, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: John Casey Plaza (here, next to this marker); Huskins Field (a few steps from this marker); Coach Bob "Clarkie" Clark (within shouting distance of this marker); Stearns Estate (within shouting distance of this marker); Tufts University Campus Enclosure (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Tufts Memorial Steps (approx. 0.2 miles away); Dedicated to the Class of 1910 (approx. 0.2 miles away); Gravity Research Foundation (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Medford.
Regarding Sol Gittleman Park. Sol Gettleman Field replaced
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 6, 2026
2. Sol Gittleman Park Marker
The marker is on the archway's left pillar.
Also see . . .
1. Tufts’ New Ballpark to Be Named in Honor of Sol Gittleman. A 2022 article by Tufts Now on the university's website.
Excerpt: "What’s less well known, perhaps, is the significant role that baseball has played in Gittleman’s life. He was so passionate about the sport that as a student at Drew University he, by his own admission, put it far above his undergraduate studies. He tried out for—but did not make it to—the minor leagues.(Submitted on November 9, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)
"He turned his attention to a career in academia, but he never let go of his love for the sport, publishing a book on the Yankees dynasty of 1949 to 1953 and other commentary on the subject—and teaching the perennially popular class America and the National Pastime."
2. Sol Gittleman archives at Tufts University.
Excerpt: "Sol Gittleman was born in 1934 in Hoboken, New Jersey.(Submitted on November 9, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)After earning degrees from Drew University (BA, 1955), Columbia University (MA, 1956), and the University of Michigan (PhD, 1961), Gittleman began teaching in the German Department at Tufts University in 1964. In 1966, Gittleman received tenure and was named Chairman of the Departments of German and Russian, and maintained that post until 1981."Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 6, 20263. A view of Sol Gittleman Park from the third base line
Credits. This page was last revised on November 9, 2026. It was originally submitted on November 9, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 5 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 9, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.
