Not just “America’s Dairyland”

There are sailing hubs in the United States which have deeper roots in the sport. San Diego (CA) and Newport (RI) come to mind, each involved in the early years of yacht design and build, and then hosting the America’s Cup. But what about Wisconsin?

The Wisconsin Sailing and Maritime Hall of Fame hopes to highlight achievement that occurred in middle America with the inaugural class induction on September 19, 2026.

This landmark event recognizes the individuals, organizations, and innovations that have shaped Wisconsin’s extraordinary legacy on the water and celebrates the state’s longstanding influence on sailing, maritime commerce, naval architecture, and marine manufacturing. – Full report