Explore Our Treasures

Your admission includes seven massive buildings filled with fascinating exhibits about America’s most popular form of entertainment for over 50 years. Come by and learn more about Circus History!

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!

Start your history road trip!

Pick up your 2024 Member PastPort and start collecting stamps when you visit Circus World! Redeem your stamps for discounts or even a free year of membership!
Not a member? Join today to get in on the fun.

Get the Best Deal in History 

Wisconsin Historical Society members receive unlimited free admission to our 11 historic sites and museums, a complimentary annual subscription to the Wisconsin Magazine of History, merchandise discounts and more. Join at the Family level and above for added benefits and discounts at over 1,200 organizations nationwide! 


Follow Us!

Circus World

Circus World

23,997

Circus World - Official

Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons
6 days ago
Circus World

Today we join our nation in honoring the memories of those who died in the 9/11 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pa. ... See MoreSee Less

Today we join our nation in honoring the memories of those who died in the 9/11 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pa.
2 weeks ago
Circus World

The green of Spring! (Photo by Kayce Dervetski). ... See MoreSee Less

The green of Spring! (Photo by Kayce Dervetski).

Comment on Facebook

Please follow us! We will support you 😊