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| ==About the International Hockey Hall of Fame and Museum== | |||
| Founded on ], ], the '''International Hockey Hall of Fame''' was constructed on the grounds of the Memorial Centre in ] in 1965. Accepted as the "Original Hockey Hall of Fame", it was founded jointly between the ] and the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association. As the oldest sports Hall of Fame in Canada, it boasts several important exhibits: the Original Six Collection, the International Exhibit, and the Kingston Collection. | |||
| The International Hockey Hall of Fame (IHHOF) and Museum located in ], ] on the Memorial Centre grounds features many exhibits within their museum. In ] the IHHOF unveiled the “]” collection, a tribute to the ]’s original six teams and the stars of Hockey’s golden era. Game-used sweaters and sticks as well as photographs of Hockey’s all-time greats are featured including ], ], ] and ]. This collection is located on the main floor of the Hall. The Hall also features an international room devoted to highlights from some of the greatest moments in international hockey. Exhibits include an authentic gold medal won by ] at the inaugural ], many game-used sweaters from international play, an autographed stick from the ] team that played Canada in the ], the ] USA’s “]” exhibit and the ] Olympic games held in ] exhibit, where Kingston’s ] scored the gold medal game winning goal for the Women’s Canadian team. Her sweater and photos from the team are on display. On the second floor of the museum there is also a tribute to the NHL expansion teams and the defunct ] (]) collection. This exhibit includes game-used sweaters from ]’s rookie year in the WHA and his first sweater with the ] from their inaugural season in the NHL in 1979/80 as well as three Howe game-used sweaters from the WHA’s ] – Gordie, Mark and Marty. | |||
| ==Historic Hockey Series== | |||
| Each February since ] the IHHOF presents its annual ]. The only event of its kind that any of the major sports can boast. The series is both a competition and demonstration of the first organized hockey game played on the ] in ] between ] and the ]. These two teams make up the world’s oldest known hockey rivalry and the tradition continues 120 years later. The original style sticks and uniforms as well as the original rules of that era are used including a square puck, seven players per side and with no forward passing. Queen’s University and the Royal Military College of Kingston compete along with the 2nd Regiment from the ] from ] who represent the garrison soldiers stationed in Kingston in the ]’s in a round robin tournament. | |||
| The 38th Annual Historic Hockey Series is scheduled for Sunday ] at 2:00 P.M on the new outdoor rink at Kingston’s downtown historic Market Square. The event is part of Feb Fest that include the 2nd annual ]- ] Limestone Classic 3-on-3 tournament on Saturday ]. Many NHL greats are expected to be in attendance | |||
| ==History of the IHHOF== | |||
| Founded on ] and incorporated as a non-profit ] by the ] and the ]. The International Hockey Hall of Fame located in Kingston, Ontario is the world’s first Hockey Hall of Fame and the oldest sports Hall of Fame in Canada. In ] the NHL donated $7,500 followed by a $10,000 donation by the CAHA to the IHHOF. In ], the ], ], ] and the ] played exhibition games in Kingston to raise money for the IHHOF. On January 10, ] the ] defeated a team made up of Kingston and Montreal Junior players by the score of 16-4 in a fundraising game for the IHHOF in front of 3,562 fans at the Kingston Memorial Centre. By ], NHL President ] announced that the NHL is withdrawing their support for the International Hockey Hall of Fame in Kingston to establish the NHL Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto. Despite this major setback, the Board of Directors of the International Hockey Hall of Fame moved forward. In ], a $132,000 grant was awarded by the City of Kingston for the construction of a new building. In ] the International Hockey Hall of Fame moved into their new building located on the Memorial Centre grounds in Kingston. In ], the NHL and the NHL Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto made unsuccessful overtures to obtain the IHHOF exhibits and the rights to the name “International Hockey Hall of Fame”. In August ] the IHHOF held Gordie Howe day at the museum where “]” spent hours signing free autographs and meeting and greeting his fans. On August 7, ] over 2000 fans turned out to the IHHOF to meet Gordie Howe again at the unveiling of the WHA collection exhibit. In ] the IHHOF expanded and renovated, the first major renovation since 1965. Later in 1978 after the renovations were complete the IHHOF re-opened by none other than former NHL President Clarence Campbell who left the NHL in ]. On July 25, ] the IHHOF held ] day at the museum where the “]” himself was on hand to unveil the Bobby Hull exhibit. In ] the IHHOF formed a five-year partnership with the ], which was not renewed in ]. The IHHOF celebrated their 60th anniversary in ] and it turned out to be a very successful year for the Hall, they secured a grant from the ], launched their website and published a pictorial book called “Hockey’s Hub” on the history of hockey with proceeds going to further the IHHOF. On August 29 ], which was Jean Beliveau day at the IHHOF, they set an all-time one-day attendance record when thousands of hockey fans came to meat and greet Jean Beliveau who agreed to conduct a free autograph session at the Hall and display his collection of artifacts for the last time. Later in 2005 the IHHOF announced that there goal is to relocate to a new state of the art facility in downtown Kingston within the next 24 to 36 months. To help raise money for the new facility, in late 2005 the IHHOF reached an agreement with the NHL to conduct an on-line fundraising auction on the nhl.com website. This is the first formal agreement between the NHL and the IHHOF since 1958. | |||
| ==Mandate of the IHHOF== | |||
| The IHHOF mission is to present educational experiences through exhibits that preserve, explore and celebrate the history of hockey; to recognize and honour the excellence of hockey heroes in their era; and to connect each generations to their hockey heritage and to inspire in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the hockey culture and experiences around the world. A committee appointed by the Board of Directors shall select for enshrinement the members of the International Hockey Hall of Fame. Any person, who is or has been distinguished in hockey as a player or as an executive, shall be eligible as worthy to be honoured. Candidates for induction shall be chosen on the basis of playing ability, integrity, sportsmanship, character and their contribution to their team and hockey in general. The IHHOF operates under the direction of its elected Board of Directors. The current Board elected on ] at the Annual General Meeting consists of the following. | |||
| * ], President | |||
| * ], Vice-President | |||
| * ] | |||
| * ] | |||
| * ] | |||
| * ] | |||
| * ] | |||
| * ] | |||
| * ] | |||
| ==Future Expansion== | |||
| The International Hockey Hall of Fame and Museum is working with the City of Kingston and the ] (KEDCO) to develop a long-term strategic plan. A recent heritage study was initiated by the City of Kingston to examine museums in the area and it is recommended that the IHHOF relocate closer to the tourist area in the downtown core of the city to improve its visibility as a tourist destination. The IHHOF goal is to move into a new state of the art downtown facility within the next 24 to 36 months. | |||
| == See also == | == See also == | ||
Revision as of 13:13, 30 November 2005
About the International Hockey Hall of Fame and Museum
The International Hockey Hall of Fame (IHHOF) and Museum located in Kingston, Ontario on the Memorial Centre grounds features many exhibits within their museum. In 2002 the IHHOF unveiled the “original six” collection, a tribute to the NHL’s original six teams and the stars of Hockey’s golden era. Game-used sweaters and sticks as well as photographs of Hockey’s all-time greats are featured including Maurice Richard, Jean Beliveau, Gordie Howe and Johnny Bower. This collection is located on the main floor of the Hall. The Hall also features an international room devoted to highlights from some of the greatest moments in international hockey. Exhibits include an authentic gold medal won by Canada at the inaugural 1924 Winter Olympics, many game-used sweaters from international play, an autographed stick from the Soviet team that played Canada in the 1972 Summit Series, the 1980 USA’s “Miracle on Ice” exhibit and the 2002 Olympic games held in Salt Lake City exhibit, where Kingston’s Jayna Hefford scored the gold medal game winning goal for the Women’s Canadian team. Her sweater and photos from the team are on display. On the second floor of the museum there is also a tribute to the NHL expansion teams and the defunct World Hockey Association (WHA) collection. This exhibit includes game-used sweaters from Wayne Gretzky’s rookie year in the WHA and his first sweater with the Edmonton Oilers from their inaugural season in the NHL in 1979/80 as well as three Howe game-used sweaters from the WHA’s Houston Aeros – Gordie, Mark and Marty.
Historic Hockey Series
Each February since 1968 the IHHOF presents its annual Historic Hockey Series. The only event of its kind that any of the major sports can boast. The series is both a competition and demonstration of the first organized hockey game played on the Kingston Harbour in 1886 between Queen’s University and the Royal Military College. These two teams make up the world’s oldest known hockey rivalry and the tradition continues 120 years later. The original style sticks and uniforms as well as the original rules of that era are used including a square puck, seven players per side and with no forward passing. Queen’s University and the Royal Military College of Kingston compete along with the 2nd Regiment from the Royal Canadian Horse Artillery from Petawawa who represent the garrison soldiers stationed in Kingston in the 1880’s in a round robin tournament.
The 38th Annual Historic Hockey Series is scheduled for Sunday February 5, 2006 at 2:00 P.M on the new outdoor rink at Kingston’s downtown historic Market Square. The event is part of Feb Fest that include the 2nd annual Kirk Muller- Doug Gilmour Limestone Classic 3-on-3 tournament on Saturday February 4, 2006. Many NHL greats are expected to be in attendance
History of the IHHOF
Founded on September 10, 1943 and incorporated as a non-profit charity by the National Hockey League and the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association. The International Hockey Hall of Fame located in Kingston, Ontario is the world’s first Hockey Hall of Fame and the oldest sports Hall of Fame in Canada. In 1945 the NHL donated $7,500 followed by a $10,000 donation by the CAHA to the IHHOF. In 1947, the Boston Bruins, Chicago Black Hawks, New York Rangers and the Toronto Maple Leafs played exhibition games in Kingston to raise money for the IHHOF. On January 10, 1952 the Montreal Canadians defeated a team made up of Kingston and Montreal Junior players by the score of 16-4 in a fundraising game for the IHHOF in front of 3,562 fans at the Kingston Memorial Centre. By 1958, NHL President Clarence Campbell announced that the NHL is withdrawing their support for the International Hockey Hall of Fame in Kingston to establish the NHL Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto. Despite this major setback, the Board of Directors of the International Hockey Hall of Fame moved forward. In 1962, a $132,000 grant was awarded by the City of Kingston for the construction of a new building. In 1965 the International Hockey Hall of Fame moved into their new building located on the Memorial Centre grounds in Kingston. In 1969, the NHL and the NHL Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto made unsuccessful overtures to obtain the IHHOF exhibits and the rights to the name “International Hockey Hall of Fame”. In August 1972 the IHHOF held Gordie Howe day at the museum where “Mr. Hockey” spent hours signing free autographs and meeting and greeting his fans. On August 7, 1976 over 2000 fans turned out to the IHHOF to meet Gordie Howe again at the unveiling of the WHA collection exhibit. In 1978 the IHHOF expanded and renovated, the first major renovation since 1965. Later in 1978 after the renovations were complete the IHHOF re-opened by none other than former NHL President Clarence Campbell who left the NHL in 1977. On July 25, 1990 the IHHOF held Bobby Hull day at the museum where the “Golden Jet” himself was on hand to unveil the Bobby Hull exhibit. In 1992 the IHHOF formed a five-year partnership with the International Ice Hockey Federation, which was not renewed in 1997. The IHHOF celebrated their 60th anniversary in 2003 and it turned out to be a very successful year for the Hall, they secured a grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, launched their website and published a pictorial book called “Hockey’s Hub” on the history of hockey with proceeds going to further the IHHOF. On August 29 2005, which was Jean Beliveau day at the IHHOF, they set an all-time one-day attendance record when thousands of hockey fans came to meat and greet Jean Beliveau who agreed to conduct a free autograph session at the Hall and display his collection of artifacts for the last time. Later in 2005 the IHHOF announced that there goal is to relocate to a new state of the art facility in downtown Kingston within the next 24 to 36 months. To help raise money for the new facility, in late 2005 the IHHOF reached an agreement with the NHL to conduct an on-line fundraising auction on the nhl.com website. This is the first formal agreement between the NHL and the IHHOF since 1958.
Mandate of the IHHOF
The IHHOF mission is to present educational experiences through exhibits that preserve, explore and celebrate the history of hockey; to recognize and honour the excellence of hockey heroes in their era; and to connect each generations to their hockey heritage and to inspire in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the hockey culture and experiences around the world. A committee appointed by the Board of Directors shall select for enshrinement the members of the International Hockey Hall of Fame. Any person, who is or has been distinguished in hockey as a player or as an executive, shall be eligible as worthy to be honoured. Candidates for induction shall be chosen on the basis of playing ability, integrity, sportsmanship, character and their contribution to their team and hockey in general. The IHHOF operates under the direction of its elected Board of Directors. The current Board elected on November 29, 2005 at the Annual General Meeting consists of the following.
- Mark Potter, President
- Larry Paquette, Vice-President
- Jon Begg
- Rob Belton
- Elliott Frankl
- Lorne Gallivan
- Sy Golosky
- Bruce McLachlan
- Doug Paterson
Future Expansion
The International Hockey Hall of Fame and Museum is working with the City of Kingston and the Kingston Area Economic Development Corporation (KEDCO) to develop a long-term strategic plan. A recent heritage study was initiated by the City of Kingston to examine museums in the area and it is recommended that the IHHOF relocate closer to the tourist area in the downtown core of the city to improve its visibility as a tourist destination. The IHHOF goal is to move into a new state of the art downtown facility within the next 24 to 36 months.
See also
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