Wisconsin Sailing & Maritime Hall of Fame
Honoring the People Who Shaped Wisconsin’s Sailing and Maritime Legacy
From the earliest commercial shipping routes on the Great Lakes to pioneers in competitive sailing, Wisconsin has been home to innovative boat builders, nautical architects, and maritime visionaries. Our state has long been a place where life on the water shapes communities, industries, and history.
The Wisconsin Sailing & Maritime Hall of Fame celebrates the individuals whose leadership, courage, innovation, and passion have made lasting contributions to sailing and maritime life across our state.
Located on the second floor within the Wisconsin Maritime Museum in Manitowoc, the Hall of Fame serves as a permanent tribute to those who helped define Wisconsin’s relationship with its waterways—and inspire future generations to continue that legacy.
Support the Hall of Fame
Whether through sponsorship, nominations, partnerships, or charitable giving, your involvement helps sustain this important initiative.
Help us honor the past. Inspire the future. Preserve the legacy.
To learn more, support the Hall of Fame, or become involved, contact our development team today.