The American Museum of Fly Fishing is the steward of the history, traditions, and practices of the sport of fly fishing and promotes the conservation of its waters. We invite you to explore our collections, exhibits, and articles below.
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Flies
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Reels
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Rods
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Prints & Paintings
Exhibitions On Display
We strive to create insightful and interesting exhibitions that will appeal to a broad audience of fly fishers, outdoor enthusiasts, and history buffs. We maintain a changing exhibition program in our Leigh H. Perkins Gallery so that our visitors learn more each year about the rich history of fly fishing.
Reflections: The Angler and Nature in Art
Immerse yourself in the angler’s experience and explore the ways sporting art has chronicled the ever-changing connections with nature shared by…
Leigh H. Perkins
Honoring the life and legacy of a founding trustee.
Guiding Star: The Legacy of Jose Wejebe
A tribute to a legend.
In Reel Time: Fly Reels Past & Present
A showcase of the reel maker's art.
Tied Together: The Extraordinary Lives of Joan and Lee Wulff
Honoring the icons
Smoke Signals: Cigarette Cards from the 19th and 20th Centuries
A colorful collectible takes center stage.
Fantastic exhibitions of the history of fly fishing. Just fascinating, every fly fisherman must make a pilgrimage here once in their lives.Stephen B.
The American Museum of Fly Fishing is a unique experience for the avid fly fisherman - it tracks the history of the sport with interesting exhibits and a fantastic library.Ken L.
This museum has perhaps the world's best display of fly-fishing equipmentLonely Planet
Latest Events
We are always hosting new exciting events around the country.
Tackle Talk Episode 2: Blue Collar Bamboo
Join John Marci of The Adirondack Rod Company and AMFF Curator Jim Schottenham on May 30 at 6 p.m. EDT as they talk blue collar bamboo.
Streamer Fly Tying with Scott Biron Episode 3
Join us Saturday, August 10, at 3 p.m. EDT for a new episode of Streamer Fly Tying.
Latest Posts & Journal Features
Check back often for the latest stories in and around the stream. We are always publishing new articles.
Tackle Talk Episode 2: Blue Collar Bamboo
Join John Marci of The Adirondack Rod Company and AMFF Curator Jim Schottenham on May 30 at 6 p.m. EDT as they talk blue collar bamboo.
Streamer Fly Tying with Scott Biron Episode 3
Join us Saturday, August 10, at 3 p.m. EDT for a new episode of Streamer Fly Tying.
Reel Talk with Jim Schottenham Episode 4
A new episode of Reel Talk debuts January 11, 2024, at 3 p.m. EST