The International Swimming Hall of Fame is a not-for-profit educational organization located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Information
- Location:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316
- Phone:
- 954.462.6536
- Mon - Sun:
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Photos
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Wall PhotosCreated about 3 months ago
ISHOFCreated about 4 months ago
Events
1 past eventSee All
- AT&T USA Diving Grand Prix
International Swimming Hall of Fame
Friday, May 8 at 9:00am
Notes
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- Time for Fans 8:33pm May 10
International Swimming Hall of Fame
Dara Torres To Launch Her New Book At The YMCA Nationals In Fort Lauderdale - http://www.ishof.org/news/dara_torres.ht
International Swimming Hall of Fame
SPLASH! THE WORLD’S BEST AQUATIC ATHLETES AS PHOTOGRAPHED
BY THE WORLD’S BEST SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHERS
SPLASH! A photo exhibit depicting the artistry, athleticism and unique imagery of aquatic athletes in action, as captured by the world’s best sports photographers, will go on display at the International Swimming Hall of Fame (ISHOF), in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, beginning May 7, 2009. The exhibit opening coincides with the Hall of Fame’s hosting of the FINA ATT/USA Diving Grand Prix, which will bring the world’s finest Olympic divers to the United States. SPLASH! will run through the conclusion of ISHOF’s Annual Induction Dinner, which will also take place in Fort Lauderdale, on September 12.
http://www.ishof.org/news/splash.htm
March 4 at 8:43pm · Report
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DARA TORRES TO LAUNCH HER NEW BOOK AT THE YMCA NATIONALS IN FORT LAUDERDALE APRIL 5TH, AT THE HALL OF FAME
http://www.ishof.org/news/dara_torres.ht
March 4 at 8:30pm · Report
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ISHOF's Timeline of Women’s Swimming History (pdf)
http://www.ishof.org/pdf/womeninswimming
March 4 at 8:30pm · Report
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THAT'S ISHOF ENTERTAINMENT
From from the earliest days of Silent pictures to today, swimmers and swimming have figured prominently in film. ISHOF has compiled a list of some of the most important films that showcase the aquatic sports for your entertainment pleasure. If we've missed some, please let us know and we'll add them to the list.
http://www.ishof.org/pdf/swimmingfilms.p
March 4 at 8:29pm · Report
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ISHOF Announces The 2009 Paragon Award Recipients
The 2009 annual Paragon Awards will be presented on Friday, May 8, 2009, at a ceremony at the International Swimming Hall of Fame in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA. The Annual Paragon Awards, sponsored by Paragon Aquatics,are presented for outstanding contributions to: Competitive Swimming, Water Polo, Competitive Diving, Aquatic Safety, Synchronized Swimming and Recreational Swimming.
http://www.ishof.org/news/paragon09.htm
March 4 at 8:28pm · Report
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The Fort Lauderdale Rough Water Swim
Saturday, January 3, 2009 on Fort Lauderdale Beach
Quarter Mile, Half Mile, Ocean Mile, Masters Ocean Mile, 5K
http://www.ishof.org/
December 17, 2008 at 4:20pm · Report
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ISHOF Helps Bring On New Era in Aquatic Entertainment
When Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines launches “Oasis of the Seas” in October of 2009, it will spawn a new era for swimming and “Aquatic Entertainment.” Among the attractions on what will be the world’s largest passenger ship, is the AquaTheater, an aquatic stage that will feature the world’s best aquatic entertainers. ISHOF is partnering with Dana Kunze, President of Watershow Productions and Olympic diving coach, Dave Burgering, to help Royal Caribbean bring back the glory days of aquatic entertainment. ISHOF will host an AquaTheater preview on April 2, 2009, when the museum and pool will host an exhibition for 1,500 Cruise Line Travel Agents. Look for more information about the watershows in future newsletters.
December 17, 2008 at 4:20pm · Report
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ISHOF Speaking Out on Diversity In Aquatics
The idea behind ISHOF is to be the Institution that inspires Every Child to be a Swimmer. While a recent study initiated by USA Swimming reported that less than 50% of African Americans know how to swim, ISHOF believes that number is much, much higher.
http://www.ishof.org/news/walls.htm
December 17, 2008 at 4:19pm · Report
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The International Swimming Hall of Fame is now on Twitter.
Follow us at http://twitter.com/ISHOF
December 17, 2008 at 4:19pm · Report
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2008 Inductee Videos: http://www.ishof.org/video_archive/honor
December 1, 2008 at 5:46pm · Report
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ISHOF’s Bruce Wigo Honored by World Waterpark Association
Las Vegas, NEV (October 28, 2009) Bruce Wigo, the CEO of the International Swimming Hall of Fame was awarded the Kelly Ogle Memorial Safety Award at the annual World Waterpark Association’s 28th Annual Symposium and Trade Show at the MGM Grand Hotel, in Las Vegas, on Tuesday. The Award is presented annually to an individual for significant contribution to guest and employee safety.
Wigo was recognized for his work in assisting the WWA to create, produce and film a series of water safety Public Service Announcements for radio and television, featuring Olympic gold medalists Mark Spitz, Janet Evans, Amanda Beard and 2008 Olympic gold medalist Jason Lezak.
“We’re grateful for the assistance and leadership of Bruce Wigo in helping the World Waterpark Association to promote water safety, swimming and drowning prevention at waterparks and resorts throughout the world,” said WWA President, Rick Root.
November 3, 2008 at 4:08am · Report
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NEW VIDEO
Watch the newest Inside ISHOF, when Jarret & Bruce discuss 10 Memorable Moments in Olympic Aquatic History.
Can you guess what we picked?
August 6, 2008 at 3:20pm · Report
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ISHOF ANNOUNCES INDUCTION CLASS OF 2009
The International Swimming Hall of Fame today announced the Honoree Induction Class of 2009, consisting of 9 of the greatest names in aquatic history.
“This is clearly one of our most diverse and international classes in a long time,” said Bob Duenkel, ISHOF’s staff liaison to the international selection committee of over 150 aquatic authorities.
The class of inductees includes two honorees from the Netherlands, Russia, and the USA, and one from the nations of Italy, Japan and Great Britain. The class of 2009 inductees includes:
INGE DE BRUIJN (NED) Honor Swimmer, ALEKSANDR POPOV (RUS) Honor Swimmer, JENNY THOMPSON (USA) Honor Swimmer, OLGA BRUSNIKINA (RUS) Honor Synchronized Swimmer, GIANNI LONZI (ITA) Honor Water Polo Player/Coach, KEVIN MURPHY (GBR) Honor Open water swimmer, IKKAKU MATSUZAWA (JPN) Honor Coach, JUDY McGOWAN (USA) Honor Contributor/Synchronized Swimming, and IET VAN FEGGELEN (NED) Honor Pioneer Swimmer.
July 23, 2008 at 6:19am · Report
International Swimming Hall of Fame View our Family Fun Day Photos - Visitors try on Bruce Furniss's 1976 Olympic Gold Medal - http://bit.ly/ZTwN6