Located in the state's Upper Peninsula, the building includes the hall of fame and museum, as well as a theater, library, gift shop, offices, and ample storage space for archive material and collections.

Ski & Snowboard, was formed in Ishpeming in 1905, 120 years ago.

[1] It was formed during a meeting of ski clubs from Ishpeming, Minneapolis, Red Wing, Minnesota, and Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

[1] Ishpeming Ski Club founder Carl Tellefsen (1854−1908) was its first president,[2][3] and for his contribution, he was among the first four to be accorded honored membership in the hall of fame in early 1957.

[7] Roland Palmedo (1895−1977) was a ski-sport builder and contributor for more than 50 years.