Wrigleyville in Chicago in Cook County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
1916-1952
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 10, 2026
1. 1916-1952 Marker
The Cubs won the 1918 National League pennant and added to that success with pennants in 1929, 1932, 1935, 1938 and 1945. The era produced unforgettable moments, including Hack Wilson's record-setting 191 RBI season in 1930, Babe Ruth's mythical "Called Shot" home run for the Yankees in the 1932 World Series and Gabby Hartnett's legendary "Homer in the Gloamin'" during the dramatic 1938 pennant race. Grover Cleveland Alexander, Phil Cavarretta, Stan Hack and Billy Herman were fan favorites during the period.
Erected 2026 by Chicago Cubs.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports. In addition, it is included in the Baseball Hall of Famers series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1916.
Location. 41° 56.865′ N, 87° 39.407′ W. Marker is in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County. It is in Wrigleyville. It is on North Clark Street north of West Addison Street, on the right when traveling north. The marker is at the base of a clock
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Regionally, this marker is on Chicago’s North Side. It is also in the American Midwest. Globally, it is in North America, on the Great Lakes, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: 1990-2026 (here, next to this marker); 1953-1989 (here, next to this marker); 1876-1915 (here, next to this marker); Wrigley Field (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Wrigley Field (within shouting distance of this marker); 2016 (within shouting distance of this marker); Ryne Sandberg (within shouting distance of this marker); Ron Santo (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 10, 2026
2. Clock at Gallagher Way at Wrigley Field
More about this marker. This is one of four markers at the base of the Founders Clock, erected in August 2026 by the Chicago Cubs in Gallagher Way, the plaza next to Wrigley Field. Each marker describes an era in Cubs history; painted around the clock are the words, “National League Founding Member, Estd. 1876.”
Also see . . .
1. Chicagology: Chicago Cubs' Owners History. (Submitted on November 11, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)
2. Hartnett’s Homer in the Gloamin’ powered Cubs to 1938 NL pennant. The National Baseball Hall of Fame writes about Gabby Hartnett's game-ending home run on September 28, 1938, as the sun was setting on Wrigley Field. The Cubs won the National League pennant but were swept in four games by the New York Yankees in the World Series. (Submitted on November 11, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 10, 2026
3. The Founders Clock, with a side view of Wrigley Field’s iconic marquee
Chicago Daily News Collection, Chicago History Museum (SDN-064581), 1923
4. Grover Cleveland Alexander warms up at Wrigley Field
Grover Cleveland Alexander was traded to the Cubs after the 1917 season, but missed most of 1918 while serving in World War I in France. Over nine seasons with the Cubs, he won two ERA crowns and led the league in wins in 1920. He was sold to the St. Louis Cardinals during the 1926 season, and was on the mound when the Cardinals clinched the World Series championship in Game 7. He was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1938.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 11, 2026. It was originally submitted on November 10, 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 10, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. 4. submitted on November 11, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.
