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The United States Hockey Hall of Fame Museum was dedicated in 1973 as the "National Shrine of American Hockey" and its mission is to honor the legends of the game and preserve those precious memories of ice hockey in the United States. In May 2007, the Hall of Fame and USA Hockey reached an agreement whereas USA Hockey will take over the Selection and Induction process and the Hall of Fame will be the official Museum. Hence...United States Hockey Hall of Fame Museum.
Keywords: See the 1954 Zamboni, #4; skate display; olympic display; Herb Brooks exhibit; theater; gift shop; replica rink with Top Shot Hockey; radar gun to check your speed; touch screen kiosks; games, and more. Summer hours: open 9-5 Mon-Sat, 10-3 on Sundays. Memorial Day weekend - Labor Day.
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
The United States Hockey Hall of Fame Museum opened in June 1973
What is your primary product or service?
We provide the History of American Hockey and have exhibits and displays along with a gift shop to purchase memorabilia and/or clothing souvenirs.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
N/A
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are the only hockey Museum in our area.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One, and we aren't sure about expansion plans in the future.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are approximately 3 hours north from the Twin Cities; 60 miles north of Duluth, MN;
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept cash, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover.
Which areas do you service?
All areas.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
We are run by a Board of Directors. The daily operations are run by an Executive Director and an Administrative Assistant/Coordinator. There are a total 7 employees, 2 full time and 5 part time.
What are your hours of operation?
We are open 9-5 Monday through Saturday and 10-3 on Sundays in the summer. Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Our winter hours are 12-5 on Fridays, 9-5 on Saturdays, and 10-3 on Sundays in the winter time. After Labor Day up to Memorial Day weekend.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
That they've enjoyed their visit to the Museum immensely.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
"Where memories never fade of flying pucks and flashing blades"