Explore Circus World
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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Catch the Circus World episode of The Look Back from PBS Wisconsin!
A colossal "thank you" to our former Director, Scott O'Donnell, for being the consummate host, as always.
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Circus World – The Look Back – PBS Wisconsin Education
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Did you ever dream of running away to join the circus? Taylor and Kacie head to Circus World Museum to look at real circus life in the 1800s.Comment on Facebook
Wow! Not to be missed!LOOK AT HER! We are so pleased that the iconic CHARO will be here in Baraboo in less than 10 days! Get tickets while they are still available at www.alringling.org
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I saw her in Las Vegas years ago. She put on a really good show.
Got the tickets weeks ago....! Cannot wait for the guitar!
Some say there might be three people in the entire world that play classical guitar better than Charo. Most say: No, not that many.
Its almost time for one of our communities favorite fall events, " A Gathering of Rogues & Ruffians - A Renaissance Faire" held right here on the Circus World grounds on October 12 & 13th. Follow their page, purchase your tickets now, and ye olde good tyme! Huzzah!!!✨Who’s ready for a faire???!!!✨
So much to see✨So much to do!
✨Be There!✨
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We hope to see you soon!
Good times!
Jackie