Orientation
Theater
Start your adventure with Journeys, an exciting cinematic experience that
you can see, hear, and feel!
The
Fishing Hall of Fame
Stories, records, and accomplishments of recreational fishing's finest.
Overhead, life-sized mounts of world-record sport fish float in formation,
surrounded by flags from various IGFA member nations.
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World Records Gallery
Exhibits of World Record catches from All-Time Greats to new Pending
Records. As you go through the World Records Gallery see the decorative
awards case. Be sure not to miss a visit through the virtual bait &
tackle shop.
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Fish Gallery
You'll know what it's like to be a fish when you enter The Fish Gallery,
full of intriguing displays and activites that seem to take you ever deeper
into the great sea of life. Appreciate the importance of conserving and
protecting our valuable natural aquatic resources.
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Tackle Gallery
A reel adventure. The giant Tackle Box Theater lures visitors into the
fascinating technology of fishing in The Tackle Gallery. Dozens of antique
and contemporary reels, rods, lures, and flies dramatically illustrating
sport fishing gear's evolution are displayed with hands-on exhibits for
all to enjoy.
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Places Gallery
Visitors can plan their next big fishing adventure, and learn about conservation
by playing entertaining computer games. Electronic maps & touch-screen
technology help you find the perfect place among the world's most beautiful
fishing spots.
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Legacy Gallery
History of game fishing & IGFA. Touch-screen computers answer all your
questions. Junior anglers are honored too, along with famous fishermen
like Ernest Hemingway, Michael and Helen Lerner, Zane Grey, and more,
in interactive displays.
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Changing Gallery
International art, authentic historical artifacts, scientific breakthroughs
- The Changing Gallery brings fresh perspectives on fish and fishing to
the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum, rounding out visitors' experience
and inviting further inquiry.
***The Changing Gallery is currently holding a beautiful Catch and Release exhibit. This exhibit hosts displays on the progression of catch and release, the importance of preserving our fish stocks and the evolution of fish mounts. Stop in to check out the incredible release mounts of sharks, billfish and much more!***
Discovery
Room
Discover the fun of fishing in The Discovery Room, where young children
delight in touching fish-related toys and playing with puzzles and games.
Kids under the age of 7, accompanied by an adult, can even put on soft
fishing outfits for an adventure on an upholstered boat, fishing for magnetic
fish!
The Marina
Five boats, including a 1933 "Wheeler," sister ship to Ernest Hemingway's
Pilar. Back on the dock, take pictures of your family and friends beside
the large broadbill swordfish or a world-class Largemouth Bass!
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The Catch Gallery
Cast yourself into excitement in The Catch Gallery, where the techniques
of sport fishing come alive with five interactive fishing simulators that
give you the chance to catch a Marlin, Sailfish, Bass, Tarpon, or Trout
without getting wet. Using interactive video, angling experts will help
visitors master all types of sport fishing, while entertaining videos
show catch-and-release techniques, fish taxidermy, and other interesting
subjects.
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The
Wetlands Walk
This exhibit mimics the natural environment of swamps, marshlands, and
mangroves. No detail of these complex ecosystems is overlooked to help
communicate a realistic perception of these fragile habitats teeming with
life.
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