COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum is thrilled to announce that it has been named a winner in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Attraction for Sports Fans. Earning the second-place spot, this recognition highlights the USOPM’s exceptional offerings for sports enthusiasts and reaffirms its dedication to celebrating the spirit and history of Olympic and Paralympic athletes.
“We are incredibly honored to be recognized as one of the top attractions for sports fans,” said Marisa Wigglesworth, CEO of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum. “This award is a testament to our commitment to celebrating the athletes and stories shaping the Olympic and Paralympic movements. We appreciate all those who have supported us in voting for the museum as the Best Attraction for Sports Fans.”
This accolade marks the third time the USOPM has been celebrated in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The museum was previously named the nation’s Best New Attraction in 2020 and placed among the top attractions for sports fans in 2023, further cementing its reputation as a must-visit for those passionate about sports history and legacy.
Nominations for the Best Attraction for Sports Fans were carefully curated by a panel of experts and editors from USA TODAY 10Best, followed by a public vote. Finishing second out of 20 finalists, the USOPM stands among the best in the nation. The top 10 winners are:
- Boise State’s Blue Turf
- U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
- Kentucky Derby Museum
- College Football Hall of Fame
- Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
- Savannah Bananas
- Field of Dreams Movie Site
- Pro Football Hall of Fame
- California Surf Museum
- Lake Placid Olympic Center
The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum remains committed to providing world-class exhibits, interactive experiences, and programs that inspire and engage sports fans of all ages. Following its recognition as Best New Attraction in 2020 and its 2023 top finish, this latest honor in 2024 highlights the museum’s ongoing dedication to bringing the spirit of the Olympic and Paralympic Games to life.
For more information about the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, its exhibits, and upcoming events, please visit usopm.org.
CONTACT: Annie Rosack // arosack@usopm.org // 719.497.1234 ext 12368
About the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum offers an immersive and universally accessible look into the journey of Team USA’s Olympic and Paralympic athletes. Through interactive exhibits, innovative displays and a comprehensive artifact collection, the Museum instills the Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect, as well as the Paralympic values of determination, equality, inspiration and courage in every visitor. It honors yesterday’s legends with the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame while inspiring tomorrow’s legends through entertaining activities and events. The USOPM is more than a museum but a life-changing experience that will continue to educate and inspire the public to take part for generations to come.
