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Roll the dice and get ready to play - it's National Play Monopoly Day! Have a blast with family and friends while you build your empire.
Get ready for a fun-filled day with family and friends on National Play Monopoly Day, November 19! This beloved game has been around since the early 1900s and is loved by people of all ages. It's a great way to bring people together and teach important lessons about money management, strategy, and negotiation skills. So why not celebrate this special day by gathering your closest companions for an exciting game of Monopoly?
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1903</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Landlord's Game Origins</div><div class='timeline-text'>Elizabeth Magie creates 'The Landlord's Game', the precursor to Monopoly, to expose the issues with land monopolies.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1933</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of Monopoly</div><div class='timeline-text'>Charles Darrow develops Monopoly, a game inspired by 'The Landlord's Game', during the Great Depression.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1935</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Parker Brothers' Acquisition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Parker Brothers buys the rights to Monopoly and starts selling it internationally.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1954</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Licensed Monopoly Version</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first licensed Monopoly, "The White Box Deluxe Edition", is offered to the public.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Monopoly Championship</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first World Monopoly Championship to use a version other than the Classic Standard Edition takes place.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Monopoly Token Vote</div><div class='timeline-text'>For the first time, players worldwide vote on a new Monopoly token - the Segway.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a game night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family and have a game night dedicated to playing Monopoly! Make sure to have snacks, beverages, and lots of laughter.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Play online</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you don't want to leave your home, or can't find anyone to play with, there are plenty of online sites that offer Monopoly games! Gather your virtual friends and enjoy a round of the classic board game.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a museum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>You may not know it, but there is an official International Monopoly Day Museum, located in the city of Carlsbad. Take a trip with your family and learn all about the history of the beloved board game.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a tournament</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for a tournament style game day. Set up brackets and compete for prizes! Everyone will love the intense competition.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Play with variations</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Why not mix up the classic? Try creating some new rules for your game of Monopoly or add some extra twists by incorporating some items from other board games.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a fun way to learn about money</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Playing Monopoly is a great way to give children an insight into how the economy works. It teaches kids important financial lessons like budgeting, managing money and making smart investments - all while being tons of fun to play!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a great way to bond with family</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Monopoly offers everyone in the family a chance to spend some quality time together. Players take turn rolling the dice and make their moves around the board, creating happy memories and strengthening relationships along the way.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It can be played solo or with friends</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Monopoly isn't just for large groups! The game can easily be adapted for two players, or even one if you're feeling adventurous. However you decide to play, it's sure to provide hours of entertainment.</p></div></div>
National Play Monopoly Day is celebrated on November 19 every year. In 2024 National Play Monopoly Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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