Shanks for the memories: Bob Hope golf artifacts

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The World Golf Hall of Fame currently has an exhibit featuring memorabilia and momentos from Bob Hope's long career in entertainment and in golf. The exhibit, called "Bob Hope: Shanks for the Memory", has the largest collection of Bob Hope items on public display and will be open for all of 2009. Mark Cubbedge, Manager of Research and Collections at the World Golf Hall of Fame, shares his 10 favorite images from the museum.

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KEYS TO THE CITY Hope received numerous keys to cities, some of which are displayed in his exhibit. He also received 58 honorary degrees and has four stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Hope was also allowed to dot the "I" during the Ohio State's Marching Band's 'Script Ohio' routine. He's one of the only non-band members to be granted this opportunity. Who else has gotten to perform this rare feat? Jack Nicklaus. MORE Hope's Hall of Fame profile Listen to Hope's jokes Check out Hope's personal photos Hall of Famers talk about Hope

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