50th Anniversary Initiatives

Introducing Iconic: Fifty Years of Unrivaled Moments, a new video series celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday. Each chapter highlights a different aspect of the event, counting down to Tournament week while honoring five decades of unforgettable moments.

Walk across the iconic Dublin Link Pedestrian Bridge and experience a one-of-a-kind display featuring every past winner and honoree from 50 years of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday. As you make your way across, relive the history and names that have shaped the Tournament’s legacy.

Celebrate 50 years of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday at a special exhibit hosted by the Dublin History Museum, featuring artifacts, stories and interactive displays that showcase the Tournament’s history, community impact and the vision of Jack and Barbara Nicklaus. The museum offers free admission, with the Memorial's exhibit exploring the transformation of Muirfield Village from farm and forest to one of golf’s most iconic stages. The exhibit is open beginning May 15, with expanded daily hours during Tournament week, June 1–7, 2026.

Meet Maltbie - The 2026 Limited Edition Golden Bear! This year’s bear pays homage to the 50th Anniversary of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday and Roger Maltbie, the Memorial’s first winner, who was trendily dressed on the day of his historic victory in 1976.

On May 10, the Dublin Historical Society's Second Sunday Speaker Series welcomed executive director Dan Sullivan and the editor of the Memorial's official magazine, The Memorial, Dave Shedloski for a special conversation reflecting on five decades of unforgettable moments, legendary champions and the Tournament’s lasting impact on the game of golf. Fans can relive the discussion and hear behind-the-scenes stories from the Tournament’s rich history by listening to the full program.