Playing Religion Exhibit
On Display January 21 - March 15, 2025 | Main Atrium, Merrill-Cazier Library
Questions? Contact Paul Daybell, Assistant Librarian, Books Arts & Rare Books Curator | paul.daybell@usu.edu

Playing Religion explores how games inspired by the teachings and culture of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints foster learning and cultural identity within this religious community. Featuring items from USU's Special Collections & Archives, this exhibit highlights games as tools for teaching faith, values, and community principles beyond traditional religious spaces.
Demo copies of some historical board games will be available to play!
Exhibit Opening/Gallery Talk
Tuesday, January 21st, 2025, 4-5 PM | Merrill-Cazier, LIB 101
Join professors Rebecca Y. Bayeck (ITLS) and Patrick Mason (History & Religious Studies) as they introuduce the exhibit and USU's collection of Mormon board games.
Read About It In The News!
- The Salt Lake Tribune | "Turns out that Mormonism can be all fun and games"
sltrib.com - The Herald Journal | "USU opens 'Playing Religion' exhibit in Merrill-Cazier Library"
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