Experience Circus History
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What began with less than an acre of land, six historic circus wagons plus a lot of grit, determination, and passion, has now become an internationally recognized and respected institution encompassing 64 acres, 30 permanent structures, seven winter quarters buildings along Water Street, plus the Ringling Bros. Circus Train shed complex, and over 260 spectacular wagons. Circus World truly is “Wisconsin’s National Treasure!”
Our Treasures
As other entertainment forms gained popularity, Circus World began documenting and collecting important treasures of the American Circus. From original Ringling Circus buildings to the smallest flea circus prop
Our Treasures will astonish!
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Wagons are rolling into their temporary summer home, as important renovation work happens at the Deppe Wagon Pavilion. Items like improved HVAC, air circulation, fire suppression and mold abatement will occur. ... See MoreSee Less
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One of the most interesting museums we been to. Highly recommend!
Distiller's mold will continue with a Distillery right across the river..A taller exhaust stack would help.. Who remembers how tall the Effinger brewery stack was ,in the day ..just saying ...
Putting red sawdust down would make it look really pretty.
Today is tax day, quite possibly the least favorite day on most peoples calendar. This 2004 promotion on the Blue Unit at Madison Square Gardens, brought some much needed joy to the occasion. Of course an elephant filing their taxes needed a jumbo sized tax for m held expertly by none other then Ryan Combs. Be sure to file today or get your extension in. ... See MoreSee Less
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Make your Spring and Summer plans to visit with us and be a kid again. Connect to the timeless traditions and stupendous heritage of the circus.
Save time upon your arrival and purchase your tickets in advance here: buy.acmeticketing.com/orders/514/calendar?cart=true&eventId=621f981ed751820835ea2d4c
(photo by Kayce Dervetski) ... See MoreSee Less
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