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Welcome to the Museum
of Role Playing Games. We use these virtual galleries to show visitors
a representative assortment of rare and out of print games, some dating
from the beginning of the hobby.
Role playing games
started in 1974, with the publication of Dungeons & Dragons. The hobby
grew slowly, peaking in the 1990s, but it is still going strong. Most of the
old classics are known today only by name and reputation. They are rarely
seen, making it difficult for interested individuals to learn about them.
Hence, the museum. We provide detailed reviews, including the main mechanics
of play and personal reminiscences. Where possible, we direct people to
resources for those games still supported and played.
At present, the museum is
built largely around the personal collection of the curator. We continue
to slowly expand to showcase other early role playing games. |

Mock up of proposed
facilities |
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| We also showcase two special collections. The Tekumel collection features Empire of the Petal Throne and other games set on the world of Tekumel. The Jorune collection features two editions of the Skyrealms of Jorune game and a number of supplements for them. |

The Tekumel special collection |

The Jorune special collection |
March 5, 2008. Museum staff mourn the passing of RPG pioneer and legend, Gary Gygax.
April 14, 2009. Museum staff also mourn the passing of RPG founder and legend, Dave Arneson. |