National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame, Freshwater fishing museum in Hayward, United States.
The National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame spans across 25,000 square feet in seven buildings, featuring exhibits of mounted fish, outboard motors, and fishing equipment collections.
Established in 1960 and expanded with new buildings in 1976, the museum received initial funding through a partnership with Jim Beam Company's fish decanter program.
The museum maintains records of North American freshwater fish catches and honors individuals through four distinct recognition programs, including Legendary Anglers and Fishing Guide categories.
The facility welcomes 100,000 annual visitors who can explore over 50,000 fishing artifacts, including 5,000 lures and 400 mounted fish specimens.
A 143-foot fiberglass muskie structure contains an observation platform in its mouth and houses the Shrine to Anglers displaying charter members' names.
Location: Hayward
Inception: 1960
Website: http://freshwater-fishing.org
GPS coordinates: 46.00780,-91.47970
Latest update: March 6, 2025 22:02
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