For decades, the South Bend Bait Company helped put South Bend on the map for anglers across the country. Industry Spotlight: South Bend Bait Company explores the history of this once-prominent local manufacturer, maker of the famous Bass-Oreno lure and a wide range of other fishing equipment. Featuring select objects from the Museum’s collection—including rarely displayed lures, rods & reels, period photographs, and sales literature—the exhibit highlights another chapter of South Bend’s rich manufacturing heritage.
Industry Spotlight: South Bend Bait Co.
