Our Mission
At The Billiard Almanac, we are dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich tapestry of billiards history, celebrating the game’s evolution, culture, and the individuals who have shaped it.
Our mission is to inform, inspire, and connect fans—past, present, and future—through a comprehensive online repository that includes historical data, professional player biographies, news, pool hall listings, as well as links to books and online videos.
Our journey began with photojournalist Pete Marovich’s project, POOL – A Game on the Wire — A Photographic Exploration of the Current State of the Game in America.
In the course of his research, Marovich uncovered compelling stories about the game’s history, profiles of players, cue makers, and pool halls—both operational and long since closed. Recognizing the value of these discoveries, he sought to create a platform to share them with the broader pool community.
The Billiard Almanac is more than just a website; it’s a living archive fueled by the contributions of individuals and institutions who believe in our mission. Together, we aim to provide a resource that not only chronicles the game’s past but also fosters a deeper appreciation for its present and future.
About Pete Marovich
In addition to being an avid pool player, Pete Marovich is a documentary photojournalist based in the Washington, DC, Metro area. His clients include The New York Times, The Washington Post, Getty Images, European PressPhoto Agency, and United Press International.
His photography is contained in the permanent collections of the Smithsonian Museum of American History and the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. He is the founder of the photojournalism collective, American Reportage.
Submissions and Corrections
We welcome link and story suggestions as well as corrections to content posted on The Billiard Archive.
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