DAN GABLE INT'L WRESTLING MUSEUM

WATERLOO, IA

The Dan Gable Int'l Wrestling Museum is a museum dedicated to wrestling located in Waterloo, Iowa. It was opened in 1998 and named after Dan Gable, an Olympic gold medalist wrestler and coach who was born and raised in Iowa.

The museum showcases the history of wrestling from ancient times to the present day. It has a collection of over 1,500 artifacts, including wrestling gear, medals, photographs, and videos. The museum also has a library with over 3,000 books and periodicals related to wrestling.

Visitors can view interactive exhibits, watch wrestling matches on a big screen, and participate in hands-on activities. The museum offers guided tours for groups and educational programs for schools.

The Dan Gable Int'l Wrestling Museum is also home to the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. It honors wrestlers, coaches, and contributors who have made significant contributions to the sport. The Hall of Fame has over 400 inductees, including Dan Gable himself.

Overall, the Dan Gable Int'l Wrestling Museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in wrestling or sports history. It offers an informative and engaging experience for visitors of all ages.

DAN GABLE INT'L WRESTLING MUSEUM is a History Museum in WATERLOO IA. US MID #8401900294

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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• website: http://www.wrestlingmuseum.org

INTERNATIONAL WRESTLING INSTITUTE AND MUSEUM INC
303 JEFFERSON ST 303 JEFFERSON S
WATERLOO
IA
50701

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