Known for its unique traditions and charm, Wrigley Field, which was built in 1914, has been the beloved home of the Chicago Cubs for more than a century. Find out all about the Friendly Confines and its history of memorable events.
Step inside Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, and learn more about this historic Chicago staple for sports and entertainment.
National League Central Ballpark: Wrigley Field (opened 1914) The old ballpark known now as Wrigley Field was built in 1914, but did not become the ...
Wrigley is most well known for his unusual move to support US troops and protect the reputation of the Wrigley brand during World War II, in which he dedicated the entire output of Wrigley's Spearmint, Doublemint, and Juicy Fruit to the US Armed Forces.
The AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate brand was developed in 2006 by Mars Chocolate North America (now Mars Wrigley) to help educate consumers about the history of our multicultural nation through the engaging story of one of our most beloved foods…chocolate!
Wrigley became CEO of cannabis product-maker Parallel in 2018. A 2021 SPAC deal to take Parallel public fell through and Wrigley stepped down as CEO.
Wrigley’s Spearmint gum was launched shortly after the introduction of Juicy Fruit and known for its intense spearmint flavor that is still used today. Wrigley was a master of advertising, with his famous motto “Tell ’em quick and tell ’em often” as his guidepost.
Juicy Fruit®, the oldest brand in the Wrigley family, launches just a few months ahead of Wrigley’s Spearmint. Today, Juicy Fruit is the number one fruit gum brand in the United States.