Join the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum and the International Society of Olympic Historians for Games History Hour, a free virtual series that brings sports fans, Olympic and Paralympic lovers, and Museum supporters together to engage and educate audiences around the world on the rich history of the Olympic Games.
Each quarter, Games History Hour will present free complimentary live-streamed series featuring esteemed Olympic historians and experts as they examine pivotal moments, significant milestones, and the enduring legacy of the Games. Each session will provide an in-depth exploration of a major aspect of Games history, offering unique insights and expert perspectives that illuminate the past.
Designed for Games enthusiasts, educators, researchers, and history aficionados, this series provides an exceptional opportunity to engage with leading scholars in the field. Sessions will follow a structured format, incorporating pre-submitted questions from USOPM members into the discussion. Following the live broadcasts, recordings will be available for on-demand viewing on the USOPM website and YouTube channel.
Exploring Winter Games History
Join us for the next installment of the Games History Hour, a deep dive into the remarkable history and evolution of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. This session will feature insights from leading voices in sport history, policy, and competition, exploring how past Winter Games have shaped today’s global sporting landscape.
The session will be moderated by Lindsay Huban, USOPM’s Chief Content & Integration Officer, and will feature expert insights from:
Jason Sisney – Policy advisor and author of an in-depth analysis on the finances behind Northern California’s 1960 Olympic Winter Games, and is currently advising legislators on preparations for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.
Dr. Bob Barney – Founder of the International Centre for Olympic Studies at Western University, and a pioneering scholar in Olympic research.
Bonnie Blair – A Five-time Olympic gold medalist and Hall of Fame speedskater, will share her firsthand perspective on the evolution of the Winter Games.
Collecting and Preserving Games History
This discussion highlighted the essential role collectors play in preserving Olympic & Paralympic artifacts, stories, and traditions, ensuring these legacies are protected and passed down to future generations.
The session was moderated by Lindsay Huban, USOPM’s Chief Content & Integration Officer, and featured expert insights from:
The Role of the IOC Presidency: Leadership, Legacy, and the Future
The discussion centers on the evolving role of IOC presidents throughout history, their influence on the direction of the Games, and what the future might hold under new leadership.
The session is moderated by Lindsay Huban, USOPM’s Chief Content & Integration Officer, and features expert insights from:
