To mark International Games Month in November, Hagley will host weekly board-game nights at the new Hagley Unboxed event. All month long, people are invited to play reproduction versions of historical games  in Hagley’s archives. These games are an entertaining way to engage with big business, advertising, career development, and other topics related to Hagley’s collecting mission. The games include:     

Careers – Fame? Fortune? Happiness? The Choice Is Yours! Design your own path to success and explore various twentieth century occupations along the way.     

What Shall I Be? – The Exciting Game of Careers for Girls/Boys — Have fun navigating mid-century gender roles while achieving career success.

The Boss Game – Work your way to the top of the ladder in this cutthroat corporate competition.

Go for Broke – Spend-a-Million Game – Win by losing your money the fastest at excursions to the racetrack and casino.

Ulcers – Survive a fiscal year with no tax fraud or raids from your opponents.     

Hagley Unboxed also features an exhibition on the history of board games and the chance for attendees to design a modern version of Careers.     

Space is limited, and advance (free) registration is required. Light refreshments will be available for purchase. Please email any questions to Hannah Spring Pfeifer, hpfeifer@hagley.org. Support for Hagley Unboxed is provided by the Delaware Library Association.

NOTE: Games are recommended for ages 13+. Gamers age 12 and below must be accompanied by an adult.

November 6, 2024 - Click here to register

November 13, 2024 - Click here to register

November 20, 2024 - Click here to register