ghs zoom presentations

Stories told by the legends who lived them, presentations on remarkable golf collections, insights into golf history, art and more are the legacy of the GHS Grand Zoom Series. There is a fascinating scope of topics, each one a delight in so many ways. Enjoy the series and stay tuned for additional presentations. The most recent presentation is at the top.


A visit with Alastair Johnston – Alastair was a lifelong friend of Arnold Palmer and one of the principles at IMG. Perhaps the world’s premier golf book collector, he donated his entire collection, more than 30,000 volumes, to the British Golf Museum.

The golf collection of Mike Beckerich. – Beckerich is the owner of The Classics of Golf, which reprints classic golf books of the past as well as new titles, such as The Life and Times of Donald Ross (2016, by Chris Buie).

Dr. Mike Hurdzan on Erin Hills – Dr. Hurdzan talks about the creation of the Erin Hills Golf Course.

Kevin Cook, author of Tommy’s Honour and many other books.

Keith Campbell, collector of Arnold Palmer memorabilia.

Pete Georgiady, author and antique club expert, on golf collecting.

Chris Rodell, author of Arnold Palmer, Homespun Stories of The King.

Bobby Grace, putter expert and golf collector.

Stephen Proctor, author of Monarch of the Green.

Shirley Spork, LPGA co-founder, author and teacher

George Petro on his collection of medals trophies, balls, books, and more.

Ron Lucas, stories about Arnold Palmer, his own days as golf pro at Latrobe CC, and lots more.

John Rusbosin Tribute to Arnold Palmer

Mel Lucas and the history of greenkeeping

Charles Mechem, author of Arnie and Jack

Fireside Chat from GHS visit to Latrobe CC, Sept. 30, 2021.

Linda Hartough, golf painter extraordinaire

Roger McStravick, award-winning author, on the Open championship.

Golf collectors on golf collecting. GHS members talk about their collections and the enjoyment of the hobby.

Author Beverly Bell talks about her book, The Murder of Marion Miley.

LPGA agronomist John Miller shares stories from his experience as well as unusual tools of the trade.

Masters Collections – George Petro, Eric Lucy, and Craig Blair share extraordinary items from their collections of Masters memorabilia.

Every U.S. Open Venue – GHS member Barry Hackett shares his journey to play every U.S. Open venue. It’s quite an adventure!

Dr. Bob Jones IV – An exclusive interview with the grandson of the legendary golfer.

Dr. Bob Jones IV