St. Augustine, Fla. (Feb. 4, 2013) -- The World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum will celebrate Presidents Day Weekend with a series of exciting events and giveaways including a Hawaii golf vacation, and the debut of "The Last Reef 3D" in the World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater.

The Hall of Fame is celebrating Presidents Day and its Hall of Fame member Presidents George H.W. Bush and Dwight D. Eisenhower with several special activities and the chance to win two different golf vacations.

In honor of President Eisenhower signing Hawaii in as the 50th state in 1959, the first person to hit a hole-in-one at the 150-yard Challenge Hole will win a Hawaiian dream golf vacation. The first fifty shots each day from Friday, Feb. 15 - Sunday, Feb 17 will be eligible for the contest. Participants will pay $5 for two shots (or $10 for five shots) and the first person to make a hole-in-one on their first shot wins the grand prize. The vacation is an eight-day, seven-night trip that includes an oceanfront room, golf and airfare for two to the Hapuna Beach Golf Resort in Hawaii.

From Feb. 15-18, visitors to the Hall of Fame will have another chance to win a golf vacation by taking a special scavenger hunt through the Museum. Participants will be entered to win a Presidential Treatment Weekend at World Golf Village that includes an overnight stay in the Presidential Suite at the Renaissance World Golf Village Resort, golf and a VIP tour of the Hall of Fame. In addition to the scavenger hunt, guests can learn about Presidents Bush and Eisenhower, and take their photo with the Presidents Cup trophy. Active and former military receive $10 admission to the Museum and children under 12 are free. 

In addition to the activities at the Hall of Fame, the World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater is welcoming another acclaimed documentary film to the lineup. "The Last Reef 3D" premieres on Friday, Feb. 15 and takes audiences on a journey to magnificent ocean reefs around the world.

Local author and ocean conservationist Frank Gromling will be at the IMAX Theater on opening night for a meet-and-greet and book signing between 6-7 p.m. He will introduce both the 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. shows. Guests will also enjoy "A Taste of the South Pacific," with a sampling of Polynesian-inspired appetizers from 6:30-7 p.m.

On Saturday, Feb. 16, from 12-3 p.m., the public is invited to learn about marine conservation efforts on the First Coast, courtesy of Jacksonville University's Marine Science Research Institute, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and Sea Grant. The family friendly event will also have a bounce house and a drawing for a family four-pack of tickets to the Florida Aquarium and a two-night stay at the Mainsail Suites in Tampa (no purchase necessary).

The IMAX Theater is also running a special offer for Presidents Day weekend, giving guests the chance to see two documentaries for $10. "Flight of the Butterflies 3D" and "To The Arctic 3D" will also be playing. The offer is good from 3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 15 through the last film on Monday, Feb. 18. Tickets must be purchased at the box office.

For tickets, showtimes, trailers and information on the World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater Annual Pass program, visit www.WorldGolfIMAX.com.

 

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About the World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum

The World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum preserves and honors the history of golf and the legacies of those who have made it great. The Hall of Fame and Museum, located at World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Fla., serves as a steward of the game through engaging, interactive storytelling and exhibitions featuring artifacts, works of art, audio, video and photography significant to the history of golf and its members.

The Hall of Fame is a 501(c)3 nonprofit institution and is allied with 26 national and international golf organizations, including The European Tour, LPGA, the Masters Tournament, PGA of America, PGA TOUR, The R&A and USGA. To learn more about the Hall of Fame or to lend support, visit www.WorldGolfHallofFame.org. .

 

About World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater

The World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit attraction operated by the World Golf Hall of Fame. The Theater offers digital 3D and 2D films enhanced by state-of-the-art, specially designed cinematic technology. Located at World Golf Village, the 300-seat IMAX Theater is the largest IMAX screen in the Southeastern United States and shows a variety of Hollywood and documentary movies throughout the year. For tickets, showtimes and Annual Pass information, visit www.WorldGolfIMAX.com and follow the World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX Theater on Facebook.

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As the Founding Partner of the World Golf Hall of Fame and World Golf Village, Shell Oil Company played a lead role in supporting the development and growth of the institution, which opened in 1998. Since then, their continued involvement has led the way for others to join in support of the Hall of Fame's mission to honor the history of the game by preserving the legacies of the world's greatest players and contributors.