Fort Lauderdale, Florida occupies a famous stretch of ocean, thus it’s no surprise if is also home to aquatic world’s crowning achievements. The water has undoubtedly shaped the culture of Fort Lauderdale, with the city now repaying its gratitude through two tribute museums to man and water’s harmony.IFGA Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum The International Game Fish Association keeps active records of the largest catches ever made across hundreds of species. The Hall of Fame and Museum displays these accomplishments proudly for all to see. Not only does the site provide a look at fishing history, visitors will also find a wide variety of educational exhibits centering around the diverse fish population in the area, complete with virtual reality fishing games and interactive activities. Also at the IFGA Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum can you find live alligators swimming around in a recreated wetlands habitat, as part of the renowned wetlands exhibit. Enjoy an educational day of both sides of the city, from swamp to sea at one of the city’s premiere attractions for all ages. International Swimming Hall of Fame The International Swimming Hall of Fame showcases where man and water meet quite literally. Within its hallowed halls reside the greatest freestyles, backstrokers, breaststrokers and butterfliers in world history, paying tribute to more than 600 athletes who turned the open ocean or swimming pool into their own personal canvas to paint pictures of excellence. Among the Hall of Fames prized possessions visitors will find rare photos, Olympic medals, trophies, swim suits, even ancient artifacts dating back to the earliest times in swimming history. Nowhere else on land will you find a more fitting representation of man’s ability to turn water from foe to friend.