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Dungeons & Dragons:

50 Years of the World's Most Influential Game
2025-06-09 19:00:00 2025-06-09 20:30:00 America/Chicago Dungeons & Dragons: Highland Park Public Library - Adult Services

Monday, June 09
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-09 19:00:00 2025-06-09 20:30:00 America/Chicago Dungeons & Dragons: Join author Mike Witwer as he discusses the fascinating history of one of the most popular and influential games of the last five decades.. Highland Park Public Library - Adult Services

Join author Mike Witwer as he discusses the fascinating history of one of the most popular and influential games of the last five decades..

Reality is often stranger than fiction, and such is the case with the story Dungeons & Dragons. From its humble beginnings to its rise to stardom, the game's history is nearly as harrowing as that of its make-believe dungeons. Last year marked the pioneering RPG's 50th anniversary and the game is as big as it's ever been. Join New York Times bestselling author Michael Witwer as he discusses the game's history and its lasting impact on gaming, pop culture and beyond.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Family | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History | Gaming | Books & Authors |

TAGS: | Table Top Games | games | Dungeons & Dragons | D&D |

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