International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame Designates Inaugural Affiliate: Bill Chrisman's Memory Lane Bowling Museum
The International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame (IBMHOF) proudly announced the designation of its inaugural Affiliate Museum: Bill Chrisman's Memory Lane Bowling Museum, located at Storm Bowling's world headquarters in Brigham City, Utah.
The milestone was commemorated with a formal plaque designation ceremony. The designation honors Memory Lane's extraordinary contribution to the preservation of bowling history and culture.
"At Storm, we build the future of bowling every day. Memory Lane is our reminder of where this sport has been and our promise to carry that legacy forward."
— Tyler Jensen, President of Storm Headquarters
"Memory Lane's vast repository of bowling history is undeniably a world-class collection cared for by world-class people. Because we share a complementary passion for preserving our sport's heritage, welcoming Memory Lane as our first IBMHOF Affiliate is a seamless alignment of our missions."
— Kari Williams, Curator of IBMHOF
A Collection Decades in the Making
Home to one of the largest bowling memorabilia collections in the world, Memory Lane Bowling Museum was funded by Bill Chrisman and reflects his lifetime of dedication to the sport. The collection spans decades of bowling history, featuring over 1,300 undrilled pre-1995 bowling balls, more than 500 unique pins, and countless pieces of memorabilia.
"Bill Chrisman's lifelong passion for preserving bowling history is the heart of this museum, and this designation affirms the incredible importance of that mission."
— Tyler Jensen, President of Storm Headquarters
A Shared Vision for the Future
The plaque is now on display at Memory Lane, representing a shared vision between two organizations that believe honoring the past is just as important as building the future.
About Bill Chrisman's Memory Lane Bowling Museum
Located at Storm Bowling Headquarters in Brigham City, Utah, Memory Lane Bowling Museum is home to one of the largest bowling memorabilia collections in the world. Funded by Bill Chrisman, the museum is a testament to one collector's extraordinary passion for the sport and its history. To learn more, visit stormbowling.com/memory-lane.
About the International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame
The International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame is dedicated to celebrating the history, heritage, and legends of the sport of bowling. Through its collections, exhibitions, and affiliate partnerships, the IBMHOF works to preserve bowling's legacy for fans, athletes, and historians worldwide.
About Storm Products Inc.
Storm Products Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of bowling balls, bags, and accessories. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Brigham City, Utah, Storm is dedicated to engineering high-performance equipment for bowlers of every skill level. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to the sport, Storm continues to set the standard in bowling technology worldwide.