Explore boat racing history at the Hydroplane & Raceboat Museum
Upcoming Museum Events
Jun
20
Hydro Fever
Saturday June 20, 2026 @ 10:00 AM
Multiple race boats from the Pacific Northwest Boat Racing Association and the Hydroplane and Raceboat Museum will be on display in the parking lot—maybe even some loud noise associated with that as well. Memorabilia dealers and a hydroplane ‘stuff and things’ garage sale inside. Lunch will be available for purchase.
Jul
11
Hydros & Hot Rods
Saturday July 11, 2026 @ 10:00 AM
Our Annual Car Show "HYDROS & HOT RODS" is a fun, family friendly event that is FREE FOR ALL AGES! Cool Cars and Vintage Hydroplanes on Display! Live Music by THE SUPERCHARGERS and Food Vendors Onsite!
Aug
9
HARM Gala & Auction
Sunday August 9, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
This is our Premier Event of the Year! We hope you'll join us for a Garden Party on the beautiful grounds of the Seattle Yacht Club, where you will enjoy a delicious meal and exciting Live and Silent Auctions!
Oct
3
Mahogany & Merlot
Saturday October 3, 2026 @ 9:00 AM - Sunday October 4, 2026 @ 4:00 PM
Mahogany and Merlot is the largest APBA Vintage event on the West Coast, drawing thousands of spectators. Coordination with wine tasting at some of the Chelan area local vineyards and the addition of antique and classic boat shows and a classic car show has turned the event into one of the largest tourist events for the city of Chelan.
HARM News
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A reminder that the Hydroplane and Raceboat Museums annual Spring Testing session
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Museum Programs
Junior Hydro Program
Children learn boat building skills while building and rigging their own J-Hydro and race their completed boat in APBA sanctioned events.
Victory Education Program
Classroom tested curriculum where we use the "Magic of Racing" to inspire students to pursue and excel in STEM education.
Featured Articles
Browse the Hydroplane & Raceboat Museum’s full catalog of articles, stories, and periodicals in the museum’s Archives.
Hydroplane & Raceboat Museum Videos
Featuring over 200 hours of video footage, check out our YouTube Channel and watch past races, interviews, and more.