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A quick conversation: John and Alice Register

Track and field athlete John Register was training for the 1996 Olympics when he landed wrong in a jump and ultimately had his leg amputated above the knee. He and his wife of 32 years, Alice, tell the story of his path to win a medal in the 2000 Paralympics in Sydney, Australia.

Listen: “…and seven days later I went from world-class athlete to amputee.”

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Cammi Granato Ferraro and Angela Ruggiero pose for a photo after a victory

Angela Ruggiero and Cammi Granato Ferraro

Bonnie St. John and her husband Allen Haines smile for a photo

Bonnie St. John and Allen Haines

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Billy Mills

A Native American from tiny Pine Ridge, South Dakota, Billy Mills surged down the stretch to win the 10,000-meter run at the Tokyo 1964 Olympic Games, one of the biggest upsets in Olympic history.

Spring Break at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum: Celebrate Spring Into Victory from March 24-30

This spring break, visit the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum for Spring Into Victory, March 24-30, and experience the thrill of the Games!

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Launches Specialty Tour Series

Each Specialty Tour offers a unique lens through which to experience the Museum’s interactive exhibits, rare artifacts, and compelling storytelling.

Museum Launches Women’s History Month Specialty Tour

The United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum is excited to present its Women’s History Month Specialty Tour, offering visitors an opportunity to explore the incredible achievements and pioneering spirit of women athletes in the Olympic and Paralympic movements.

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Launches Black History Month Specialty Tour

Through expertly curated exhibits and powerful narratives, guests will explore the history and impact of these trailblazing athletes.

Paris 2024 Olympic torch and medals now on display at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum

These artifacts are now on display, offering guests an exclusive opportunity to connect with the legacy of the Paris Games.