YOU’RE INVITED!
Saturday, November 7th, 2026 2026 International Lightning Class Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
The International Lightning Class and the Finger Lakes Boating Museum invite you to recognize the 2026 Inaugural Hall of Fame recipients and the dedication of the physical Hall of Fame exhibition on November 7, 2026, at the Finger Lakes Boating Museum, Hammondsport, New York. All Lightning sailors or enthusiasts, past and present, are invited. Come to enjoy the induction ceremony, mingling and light refreshments, museum tours, and connect with fellow Lightning and Finger Lakes Boating Museum enthusiasts. Please RSVP by October 23.
Schedule of Events
11:00am - 1:00pm - Museum Tour (optional)
1:00pm - Light Refreshments
2:00pm - Induction Ceremony
3:00pm - 5:00pm - Museum Tour (optional)
The museum tours are optional and will be guided by museum staff and volunteers in small groups. Please RSVP for your preferred time so we can ensure we have enough tour leaders. If you haven't visited FLBM yet you are in for a real treat! Don't miss out on a guided tour! Visit
https:// www.flbm.org to get a sneak peek.
The official induction ceremony honoring seven people and organizations central to the devel opment of the Lightning Class took place in August at the North American Championship in Sheboygan, WI.
In addition, we will be opening a special exhibition for Lightnings to the public at the November 7 ceremony. Our intention is to create an ever-evolving, educational display, and the initial collection will include numerous items of Lightning memorabilia, including the original mold used by the Skaneateles Boat Company. We urge you to explore the
Hall of Fame Index on the Lightning Class Website and learn more about this special effort. We are excited to be opening the live museum display on November 7 and hope to see many of you there.
Finger Lakes Boating Museum
8231 Pleasant Valley Rd
Hammondsport, NY 14840
https://www.flbm.org
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact Bob Astrove at astrove@hotmail.com or the Lightning Class Office.