Experience 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!
Members Get Free Admission!
Become a Wisconsin Historical Society member and visit all 12 of our historic sites for free! Membership pays for itself in as little as two visits and includes other great benefits like discounts and reciprocal benefits to more than 1,200 organizations.
Looking to shine on your Spring Break? Plan a visit to explore the timeless traditions of the American circus here at Circus World. Explore our amazing wagon collection, featuring gilded greats such as the Cinderella pony Float built for the Barnum & London circus circa 1886. (photo courtesy of Bill Johnsen).
Save time upon your arrival and purchase your tickets in advance here:
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Hope the gift shop brings back the CWM mousepad! Mine's about worn out and I want to keep the spare un-used.
My favorite wagon is the Lion and Mirror wagon
My favorite Wagon at Circus World.
ooooh need to swing by for a new sweatshirt. Is the gift shop stocked up with new goodies?
Here we grow again! We are hiring for a technical director of the Al. Ringling Theatre. Details on the position and how to apply can be found here: wj.wi.gov/13679 ... See MoreSee Less
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Heather Martin Flynn
Exciting days ahead! Watch this space for future announcements. Forward! ... See MoreSee Less
Wisconsin Historical Society acquires Al. Ringling Theatre in downtown Baraboo
wiscnews.com
The Wisconsin Historical Society acquired the Al. Ringling Theatre to help extend Baraboo's Circus World operations. $3 million in community donations is in an endowment for the theatre and neededComment on Facebook
Wonderful news ❤️
Too exciting! Such a marvelous and historical location.
It will be a great thing
Fantastic news
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