The fish that didn't get away "Big Musky" at the Fishing Hall of Fame in Hayward WI (population 2,300)

The highlight of the museum complex is a landmark “Shrine to Anglers” which is one-half city block long and four and one-half stories tall, of concrete, steel and fiberglass, hand-sculpted into the likeness of a leaping fish (a muskellunge). Its gaping, open jaw accommodates about 20 persons and reveals a wonderful panoramic view of Lake Hayward, the city of Hayward and, of course, our grounds. The “Big Musky” sits atop an 88,000 gallon pond.

The adjacent four-building museum complex houses over 50,000 sport fishing historical and vintage artifacts ranging from lures, rods, reels and accessories. Additionally, there are over 300 mounted fish and about 1000 antique motors on display.