International Swimming Hall of Fame

International Swimming Hall of Fame The International Swimming Hall of Fame is a not-for-profit educational organization located in Fort
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Our mission is to promote the benefits and importance of swimming as a key to fitness, good health, quality of life, and the water safety of children. We will accomplish this through operation of the International Swimming Hall of Fame, a dynamic shrine dedicated to the history, memory, and recognition of the famous swimmers, divers, water polo players, synchronized swimmers, Paralympians, and per

sons involved in life saving activities and education, throughout the world, whose lives and accomplishments will serve to inspire, educate, and be role models for all those who participate in the Hall of Fame’s experience and programs.

06/03/2026

2026 Honor Artistic Swimmer Heather Simmons Carrasco’s video and acceptance speech.

06/02/2026

Ryan Lochte video and acceptance speech.

06/02/2026

Johnny Weissmuller (USA) Honor Swimmer (1965) The information on this page was written the year of their induction. FOR THE RECORD: OLYMPIC GAMES: 1924 gold (100m, 400m freestyle; 4x200m freestyle relay), bronze (water polo); 1928 gold (100m freestyle; 4x200m freestyle relay); WORLD RECORDS: 51; U....

06/01/2026

As the mission-driven initiative of the International Swimming Hall of Fame (ISHOF), Every Child a Swimmer (ECAS) continues to expand its impact nationwide through swim lesson scholarships, water safety education, strategic partnerships, and legislative advocacy, all with one goal in mind: preventin...

05/31/2026

State Proclamations for Water Safety! Recognizing Water Safety at the State Level
Many states have officially recognized May as National Water Safety Month through gubernatorial proclamations. These declarations underscore the importance of water safety education and awareness.
Check Your State's Proclamation - To see if your state has issued a proclamation, visit the State Proclamations page. If your state isn't listed, consider reaching out to local officials to advocate for water safety recognition.
nwsm.phta.org/consumers-parents/proclamations/

05/29/2026
05/29/2026

The were many early Honorees from the Hawaiian Islands, as well as other Pacific Islands, the most famous was probably Duke Kahanamokou, Olympian and the Father of Surfing and his brothers, but there were many others that paved the way for the athletes of today. Let’s take a look at some of those ...

05/28/2026

Shared from CNN By Emile Nuh Coy Wire Updated May 25, 2026 Michael Phelps discusses importance of mental health Almost a decade has passed since Michael Phelps set the world alight on the Olympic stage at Rio 2016, when he took home the most medals of any athlete with five golds and one silver. ...

05/27/2026

World Aquatics athlete, Felipe Perrone, is a Spanish/Brazilian water polo player, with a resume of two gold, two silver and three bronze medals in World Championship play. In total, he has 16 World Aquatic international medals. Perrone recently travelled to South Florida to attend ISHOF’s 61st Ann...

05/26/2026

The annual induction ceremony is the physical highlight of the International Marathon Swimming Hall of Fame. Thirty honorees (the largest number ever) gathered to induct 11 new honorees and applaud three award winners in San Diego. For the rest of the year, IMSHOF operates as an online virtual shrin...

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1 Hall Of Fame Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL
33316

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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