Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, January 15, 2026
The Wanamaker Trophy, awarded to the PGA Championship winner, has returned to Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, marking its first display there since 1962. The trophy stands nearly 2.5 feet tall and weighs 27 pounds, with a rich history dating back to 1916. Aronimink has hosted numerous prestigious golf tournaments and is set to host the 108th PGA Championship in 2026, expecting over 200,000 spectators during the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations.
Newtown Square, Pennsylvania – The Wanamaker Trophy, awarded annually to the winner of the PGA Championship, has returned to Aronimink Golf Club ahead of the 2026 tournament. This marks the first time since 1962 that the prestigious trophy has been displayed at the Newtown Square venue, which is set to host the 108th PGA Championship from May 11 to 17, 2026.
The Wanamaker Trophy, standing nearly 2.5 feet tall and weighing 27 pounds, was introduced in 1916 by Rodman Wanamaker, a member of the family behind Wanamaker department stores. The trophy has a storied history, including a brief period when it was lost and later recovered in 1930.
Aronimink Golf Club, designed by Donald Ross in 1926, has a rich history of hosting significant golf tournaments. In addition to the 1962 PGA Championship, the club has hosted the 1977 U.S. Amateur, the 2003 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, and the 2020 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship.
The 2026 PGA Championship is expected to draw over 200,000 spectators, making it a marquee event during the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations.
For more information on the 2026 PGA Championship, including ticket availability and event details, visit the official PGA Championship website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Wanamaker Trophy?
The Wanamaker Trophy is awarded annually to the winner of the PGA Championship. It was introduced in 1916 by Rodman Wanamaker, a member of the family behind Wanamaker department stores.
When was the last time the Wanamaker Trophy was displayed at Aronimink Golf Club?
The Wanamaker Trophy was last displayed at Aronimink Golf Club in 1962, when the club hosted the PGA Championship.
What is the history of Aronimink Golf Club?
Aronimink Golf Club, designed by Donald Ross in 1926, has a rich history of hosting significant golf tournaments, including the 1962 PGA Championship, the 1977 U.S. Amateur, the 2003 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, and the 2020 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship.
When is the 2026 PGA Championship scheduled?
The 2026 PGA Championship is scheduled to take place from May 11 to 17, 2026, at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania.
How many spectators are expected at the 2026 PGA Championship?
The 2026 PGA Championship is expected to draw over 200,000 spectators, making it a marquee event during the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations.
Key Features of the 2026 PGA Championship
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 2026 PGA Championship |
| Dates | May 11–17, 2026 |
| Location | Aronimink Golf Club, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania |
| Defending Champion | Scottie Scheffler |
| Expected Spectators | Over 200,000 |
| Historical Significance | First time since 1962 that Aronimink Golf Club hosts the PGA Championship |
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