Plan a visit to St. Joseph’s University

Exhibit address:
St. Joseph’s University
Mandeville Hall – 2nd Floor
5600 City Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131

The exhibit is free and open to the public during Summer operating hours:

Monday – Friday: 8:30am to 5pm
Saturday – Sunday: Closed

Philadelphia Negro Leagues Legacy

Breaking Barriers

This Spring, discover the Barrier Breakers from the Philadelphia Negro League and beyond.

You’re invited to the A League Apart exhibit, showcasing the history of Philadelphia Negro Leagues teams, players and owners – along with their ongoing legacy of today.

With photos and stories from the past, A League Apart focuses on the people who stepped up to the plate to change the biases and traditions of baseball.

The Anderson Monarchs pitcher Mo’ne Davis in front of her Barrier Breaker panel at Phase 2 in Camden County College Summer 2024.
Richard "Dick" Allen - the Phillies first black superstar - in 1965
Richard “Dick” Allen – the Phillies first black superstar – in 1965
Hilldale Daises in 1912
Ed Bolden’s Hilldale Daises in 1912

The traditions of the Philadelphia Negro Leagues can still be seen in today’s world. Discover some recent examples of barrier breaking. Much progress has been made, but there’s plenty more to be done.

How will you continue the legacy?

help the exhibit expand & travel