International Bowling Museum facts for kids
The International Bowling Museum is a cool sports museum located in Arlington, Texas. It's part of the International Bowling Campus. This museum first opened its doors on January 26, 2010. Before that, it was located in St. Louis, Missouri. There's also a smaller part of the museum in Reno, Nevada, at the National Bowling Stadium.
This museum is a special place because it's home to the International Bowling Hall of Fame. It also includes the United States Bowling Congress Hall of Fame. You can find many interesting exhibits here about the world of bowling.
What You'll See at the Museum
The museum has a huge collection of items related to bowling. You can explore interactive exhibits that let you learn by doing. There's lots of detailed information about the history of bowling. You might even see old videos of famous bowlers like Don Carter and Carolyn Ballard.
The museum also has a fun miniature bowling alley where you can try out your skills. There's even a shop where you can find bowling equipment. The museum keeps a large collection of old bowling materials. These can be looked at by people who want to learn more about bowling history.
The Bowling Hall of Fame
Inside the International Bowling Museum, you'll find the International Bowling Hall of Fame. This Hall of Fame honors all the amazing bowlers and people who have helped the sport grow. It includes inductees from several important bowling groups. These groups are the United States Bowling Congress (USBC) and the Bowling Proprietors Association of America (BPAA). It also includes the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) and the Professional Women's Bowling Association (PWBA). Plus, it honors members from the International Bowling Media Association (IBMA).
See also
- List of museums in North Texas
- United States Bowling Congress
