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Belmont Ave & Parkside Ave sits in the southwest corner of Belmont Avenue and Parkside Avenue in Philadelphia, PA 19131. This historic site, once known as Penmar Park and the 44th & Parkside Ballpark, was built by the Pennsylvania Railroad YMCA and opened on May 2, 1903, with significant expansion in the 1920s. The venue has a storied past with professional baseball roots and Negro League history, including hosting the Philadelphia Stars and Negro League World Series games in the 1940s. Today, the site is recognized as the Philadelphia Stars Negro League Memorial Park, with tributes like a memorial statue by Phil Sumpter honoring the legacy of Black baseball and the local community. Whether you’re researching Philadelphia sports history or planning an event visit, we’ve got you covered with practical details for seating, access, and nearby amenities.
This venue is known for its sizable footprint and a capacity often cited as 6,000, with field distances of 330 ft to left, 410 ft to center, and 310 ft to right fields. While the site has evolved, it remains a focal point for heritage and community memory in West Philadelphia, near the Parkside corridor. If you’re planning a visit, you’ll find convenient transit connections, local hotels, and dining options to complement your day of exploration or commemorative activities.
For visitors, Belmont Ave & Parkside Ave offers accessible transit via the SEPTA Parkside Ave corridor, with bus routes 43, 64, and 52 servicing the area and connecting to wider Philadelphia neighborhoods. Parking information can vary by event and season, but on-site and nearby parking options are typically available in the surrounding Parkside/Belmont districts. If you’re looking to stay nearby, consider hotels in West Philadelphia and University City areas, with affiliate partner recommendations for convenient stays. Nearby dining options range from casual eateries to regional favorites, and affiliate recommendations may provide additional value when booking rooms or meals. We’ve got you covered for a straightforward, no-fuss planning experience—secure your seats and plan your visit with trusted local resources and community memories at the Philadelphia Stars Negro League Memorial Park.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: Southwest corner of Belmont Avenue and Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131.
- Venue history: Also known as Penmar Park and the 44th & Parkside Ballpark; built by the Pennsylvania Railroad YMCA; opened May 2, 1903; expanded in the 1920s.
- Capacity and footprint: Capacity listed as 5,000–6,000 (commonly cited as 6,000). The left and center/right field distances were 330 ft / 410 ft / 310 ft respectively.
- Notable tenants/events: Home to the Philadelphia Stars (Negro National/Negro American Leagues) from the 1930s into the 1940s; hosted Negro League World Series games (e.g., 1945, 1947).
- Current status: Site renamed/renamed as the Philadelphia Stars Negro League Memorial Park; a memorial statue by Phil Sumpter and related tributes are present at Belmont & Parkside.
- Transit: Parkside Ave corridor served by SEPTA bus routes (43, 64, 52) with related transit updates in the Parkside corridor; nearby street connectivity via Belmont Ave and Parkside Ave.
- Nearby hotels: Options exist in West Philadelphia / University City areas (e.g., hotels in the Parkside/University City vicinity); refer to local hotel aggregators for current listings.