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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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T-minus one month today ~ we will blast off for celestial circus adventures. Soon upon this launch pad, the big top will rise once more, filling the heavens with wonder and excitement. Our summer performance season begins on May17th and runs daily through September 1, 2024.
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Who remembers, “baby tiger on your lap?”
I'll be there!!
Oh boy! Infinity and beyond!!
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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I would like to know why you guys never answer any questions that people ask. I asked a question last week and got no response from it. I send so many people to you guys. Lots of them and you guys can't have the courtesy of at least answering a question. I asked, maybe I should start sending him to the big cat rescue instead of you.
Putting red sawdust down would make it look really pretty.
One of the most interesting museums we been to. Highly recommend!
Your collection is the BEST IN THE WORLD!!! Can't wait to get back.
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 ...
Always love seeing the collection of circus wagons . When I go Circus World.
I liked touring the grounds when many of these were displayed.
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