The USGA Experience
The USGA Experience highlights the breadth and depth of the work of the United States Golf Association. In the Championships Gallery, visitors will get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to set up one of the USGA’s 15 national championships, hear directly from players who have competed in and won USGA titles, admire USGA championship trophies and watch a film on “The Spirit of Championship Golf.” In the Science of Golf Gallery, visitors can explore the work of the USGA Green Section and Equipment Standards teams and learn about best practices on pace of play, sustainability and putting green construction, the science behind the club and the ball, and golf course architecture and maintenance. The USGA Experience also is home to a rotating exhibit space which showcases the many artifacts from the USGA Golf Museum and Library collection.
The World Golf Hall of Fame
The World Golf Hall of Fame was established in 1974. The Hall’s current home in Pinehurst, N.C., opened in 2024 and contains nearly 3,000 artifacts housed within lockers celebrating the 170 Hall of Fame Members, as well as interactive media capstones with video highlights, photos, biographies and a list of accomplishments for each Hall of Famer.
A large case contains trophies from all the men’s and women’s major championships, as well as season-long cup events and team competitions. A 115-inch monitor hangs from the ceiling, playing videos on themes of innovation, artistry, fame, triumph and inspiration – qualities embodied by each Hall of Fame Member.
Artifacts on display include Tom Morris Jr.’s Open Championship Challenge belt, Gene Sarazen’s 1935 Masters Tournament champion’s plaque, Ben Hogan’s U.S. Army World War II dog tags, Babe Zaharias’ baseball glove, Arnold Palmer’s 1954 U.S. Amateur irons, Johnny Miller’s 1973 U.S. Open gold medal, Ben Crenshaw’s 1999 Ryder Cup shirt, Tiger Woods’s U.S. Open and Havemeyer trophies and Annika Sorenstam’s 2003 Bank of America Colonial sunglasses.
Current Exhibitions
- Style and Substance: The Life and Legacy of Payne Stewart, October 13, 2025 – December 30, 2026
- William Payne Stewart was one of a kind. On the golf course, his fluid swing, competitive fire and bold fashion endeared him to millions of fans around the world. At home and in the locker room, his outgoing personality, sense of humor and generosity of spirit made him a loving husband and father, loyal friend and the life of the party. This exhibit explores Payne’s journey from his early life and career to becoming a member of the World Golf Hall of Fame and one of the most colorful personalities in the game.
- The Annika Sorenstam Way, March 31 – October 1, 2026
- The career of Annika Sorenstam is one for the history books. During her 15-year career, she won 11 major championships and 72 LPGA titles. She was awarded eight Rolex Player of the Year awards and six Vare Trophies for the lowest scoring average in a season. In 2001, Sorenstam became the first female golfer to break 60 when she shot a 59 at the Standard Register PING, held at Moon Valley C.C. in Phoenix. Two years later, she was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. This exhibit highlights Sorenstam’s early beginnings and her history-making 1996 U.S. Women’s Open win at Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club, just down the road in Southern Pines. All of the items on display have been graciously loaned from Sorenstam.
Upcoming Exhibitions
- Shooting Stars: Celebrities, Pop Culture and Golf, February 5 – December 30, 2027
Past Exhibitions
- Nancy Lopez: The Making of a Champion (2025-2026)
- Remembering Chi-Chi (2024-2025)