Stay for Greatness The World Golf Hall Of Fame

The World Golf Hall of Fame, located in the heart of World Golf Village, is the ultimate destination for the celebration and recognition of golf's greates players and contributors.

Through a combination of both traditional and interactive exhibit areas, the World Golf Hall of Fame has something for everyone. Exhibits educate and entertain, while paying homage to the legends of the game.

Designed to appeal to golf fans as well as avid golfers, children and seniors, at the World Golf Hall of Fame, visitors are able to:

  • Capture a keepsake photo on a replica of St. Andrews' Swilcan Burn Bridge.
  • Putt on an 1880s-style putting green with a wood-shafted putter and gutta percha ball.
  • Learn the history of the R+A and the Open Championships.
  • Get up close to over 1,000 pieces of authentic member memorabilia in the Member Locker Room.
  • See highlights of golf's greatest moments in the Great Championship Moments mini-theater.
  • Stand up to the pressure of TV cameras, commentators, and crowd noise while trying to sink the final putt and win Shell's Wonderfull World Of Golf match.
  • Enjoy two outdoor exhibits: The Challenge Hole, reminiscent of the 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass, and a real grass 18-hole Putting Course.

Each year, The World Golf Hall of Fame displays a new exhibit that pays tribute to one of its members. In 2009, the Hall is featuring famed comedian and golfer Bob Hope in "Shanks for the Memory." The exhibit spans more than 3,000 sq. ft. and shows how golf was interwoven throughout Hope's life. Highlights include an eight-minute "video monologue" of footage highlighting Hope's career narrated by golf legend Arnold Palmer; an audio guide with 32 stops; 12 video screens with more than 2 hours of total footage; and the largest collection of Hope memorabilia ever displayed in one location.

For special events, the World Golf Hall of Fame is a magnificent venue for private and corporate functions, from the spacious Hall of Fame Plaza to the exclusive Trophy Tower, the Walk of Champions and the spectacular World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX® Theater.

The spirit of the game is yours to explore when you stay at The Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village. Admission to the museum also includes a film in the IMAX® Theater and a round on the 18-hole putting course.

New Addition | Audio Tour

The World Golf Hall of Fame is now offering a museum-wide audio tour, “Voices from the Hall,” featuring over two-and-a-half hours of exclusive content from more than 35 Hall of Fame members, giving visitors an even more comprehensive experience while at the museum. Through a hand-held device, visitors can experience more than 175 numbered stops within the museum, highlighting personal stories and anecdotes from Hall of Fame members including Arnold Palmer, Byron Nelson, Tommy Bolt, Ben Crenshaw, Pete Dye, Sandra Haynie, Hale Irwin, Tony Jacklin, Carol Mann, Larry Nelson, Curtis Strange and more. An audio guide may be added to regular Hall of Fame admission for $3 (for one device) or $5 (for two devices). For more information, visit www.WorldGolfHallofFame.org.

New Addition | All-Access Tour

The Hall of Fame's All-Access Tour provides golf's most devoted fans with a unique opportunity to experience the game like never before. The two-and-a-half hour private tour with the Hall’s expert research, curatorial and exhibition staff features an intimate setting for unique photo opportunities, behind-the-scenes stops in collections—the secured area where artifacts are stored before going on display—and first-hand accounts of Hall of Fame members’ stories. All-Access Tours are provided every Friday at 9:30 a.m. by reservation only. For more information or to make a reservation, call 904-940-4118 or visit www.WorldGolfHallofFame.org.

For reservations, call (888) 740-7020.