International Women's Sports Hall of Fame

International Women's Sports Hall of Fame

Address:

1899 Hempstead Turnpike
Suite 400
East Meadow, New York 11554

Phone:

(516) 542-4700

Fax:

(516) 542-4716

Email:

info@womenssportsfoundation.org

International Women's Sports Hall of Fame

Location

Located in the Sports Museum of America at 26 Broadway, New York, NY.

Description

Non-profit institution, founded 1974 by Billie Jean King, the Women's Sports Foundation is a charitable educational organization dedicated to ensuring equal access to participation and leadership opportunities for all girls and women in sports and fitness. The Foundations's Participation, Education, Advocacy, Research and Leadership programs are made possible by individual and corporate contributions.

Promotional Statement

Founded in 1980, the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame recognizes female athletes and coaches who have made history in women's sports. Women from around the world are selected based on achievements, breakthroughs, innovative style and ongoing commitment to the development of women's sports. There are three categories recognized: Coach, Pioneer (for pre-1960 athletic
achievements) and Contemporary (for post-1960 achievements).



Upcoming Events

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American Champions and Barrier Breakers
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February 17, 2012-July 30, 2012

All Day Event
Location: USGA Museum, Far Hills, NJ-NJ


"American Champions and Barrier Breakers: Jackie Robinson, Joe Louis and Althea Gibson,” exhibit will be on display from Feb. 17, 2012, to July 30, 2012, and celebrates the lives of Robinson, Louis and Gibson, their sports achievements and their important legacies. The exhibit will feature artifacts, documents and photographs of these three American icons while calling attention to the numerous contributions that African Americans have made to golf for more than a century.
 
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