International Swimming Hall of Fame

The International Swimming Hall of Fame is a sports museum in Fort Lauderdale dedicated to swimming history and athletic achievement. The facility houses collections of swimming equipment, historical swimwear, and documents the sport's development across different eras.

The museum was founded in 1964 and opened in 1965 as a place to honor swimming history. It later received recognition from FINA, the international swimming organization, and grew into a major archive of the sport.

The museum displays how swimming holds different meanings across cultures and how it has connected people from different backgrounds. You can see through the exhibits how this sport has shaped communities worldwide.

The museum is easy to reach and offers accessible entry for all visitors. It is helpful to check opening times in advance, as these can vary depending on the season.

The grounds include several swimming pools, including a full-size Olympic pool still used for training and competitions today. This means visitors can watch real athletes training, making the museum more than just an exhibition space but an active sports facility.

Location: Fort Lauderdale

Inception: November 23, 1964

Official opening: December 27, 1965

Address: 1 Hall of Fame Drive

Website: https://ishof.org

GPS coordinates: 26.11628,-80.10757

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23