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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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Readying for our 65th Anniversary season ahead, we recently had the Feld Visitor Center & Exhibition Hall power washed, removing decades of grime and ready to shine. ... See MoreSee Less
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It’s your time to shine!
Where is this located? Always wanted to see it when I was there, but haven't yet. Hope to be there in June again.
I see he needs to come back and get the "bricks he missed" ..Brewers mold .. Starting to look good now ...
Does this mean I have to take a bath too before I visit? Hasn't been decades, but probably overdue! 😀
James Huffstutler
Sad you all allowed feld to be a sponsor since they killed the beloved circus like theu killed real.monster trucks amd anything they touch
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As part of the revitalization of Ringlingville, the former entrance plaza structure to Circus World is coming down after serving us well for many decades. We are excited for all the restorative work happening in historic Ringlingville with more to come. ... See MoreSee Less
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Should be used as picnic shelter on the grounds
What is going there??
What's going to be the change anything
That’s good. I noticed as I drove by recently it was looking a bit dilapidated.
I am SO excited for this refresher. The last lovely cover served us well but was not the best welcome for guests anymore. Look forward to seeing the change.
Sad. It's been there ever since I can remember 🥺 it immediately gives circus vibes 🎪 hope it's restored!!
I will use the old one as a carport if needed…that way it stays within a block from circus world 😉
It makes me very happy to see these improvements being made!
Hopefully the elephant statues remain.
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