St. Augustine, Fla. (May 8, 2007) – The World Golf Hall of Fame will unveil a special exhibit that celebrates the stories of Jack Nicklaus’ benchmark career in golf and his successful career and life off the course. "Jack Nicklaus: Golf’s Golden Champion" will open in conjunction with the 2007 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Nov. 12 and will remain on display for one year.
"Being a part of the World Golf Hall of Fame is something for which I am very proud," Nicklaus said. "I am honored to be recognized by the institution with a special exhibit and look forward to seeing the finished product."
Nicklaus’ indelible impact on the game of golf began at age 10, the year he first picked up a golf club and carded a 51 in the first nine holes he ever played. The special exhibit’s storyline will begin with his youth and storied amateur career and extend through the greatest professional career to date, showcasing artifacts, memorabilia, photos, video and text.
"Jack Nicklaus: Golf’s Golden Champion" also will delve into the important role family has played in his career, the time and resources he and his wife Barbara have devoted to charitable causes, his personal interests and hobbies as well as his business endeavors around the globe, which includes a firm that has designed more than 310 golf courses in 30 countries.
"Telling stories of the members and their history within this great sport has remained at the core of the Hall of Fame’s mission since it opened almost 10 years ago," said Jack Peter, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the World Golf Hall of Fame. "The relationships the Hall of Fame has fostered have played a key role in advancing that goal. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with Mr. Nicklaus—as he is one of the most revered golfers in history—and we look forward to opening the exhibit with him in November."
The 2007 World Golf Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place Monday, Nov. 12 at World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Fla. In addition to Hubert Green (Veteran’s Category) and Curtis Strange (PGA TOUR Ballot), the 2007 Class is expected to include Se Ri Pak, who has met the LPGA points criteria and is scheduled to fulfill the final requirement for Induction when she plays in her 10th event this season. Additional announcements for the 2007 Class of Inductees are planned for the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club and The Open Championship at Carnoustie.
For more information about the Hall of Fame or the Jack Nicklaus exhibit, call 904-940-4123 or visit www.wgv.com.
About the World Golf Hall of Fame
World Golf Hall of Fame, located in St. Augustine, Fla., is the ultimate destination for the celebration and recognition of golf’s greatest players and contributors and an inspiration to golfers and fans throughout the world. A collaboration of 26 national and international golf organizations support the Hall of Fame, including the PGA TOUR, LPGA, USGA, PGA of America and The R&A. The museum houses interactive exhibits and historic and personal artifacts that tell the stories of its members and the game of golf. Adjacent is the World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX® Theater. For more information, visit www.wgv.com.
Contact:
Peyton Taylor
904-940-4059
ptaylor@wghof.org
www.wgv.com
