The earliest modern circuses were performed in open-air structures with limited covered seating. From the late eighteenth to late nineteenth century, custom-made circus buildings (often wooden) were …

This museum exhibits models, posters, traveling wagons, specialized gear, animal enclosures and other memorabilia from circuses in the United States and around the world.

At various times circuses have offered supplementary attractions such as street parades, menageries, sideshows, pantomimes, and theatrical presentations. A number of circuses, especially in Europe, …

Jan 30, 2026 · Circus history. A list of American circuses both past and present, with photos stories and information.

May 15, 2025 · Discover the fate of the last traveling circuses. From the end of an era to new beginnings, learn about the challenges and transformations these circuses faced.

Explore 15 of the world's most famous circuses, from Cirque du Soleil to Ringling Bros. Discover their history, origins, and fascinating facts.

Activities, DIY crafts for kids, performer tutorials and other fun ways to bring the circus to life at home. ALL-NEW CIRCUS TOURING NOW! The Greatest Show On Earth® combines jaw-dropping …

Jun 15, 2021 · For the better part of a century—a period that encompassed the Civil War, America’s Gilded Age, WW I, and through the Great Depression—the circus reigned as far and away America’s …

Although the elephant and tiger have achieved iconic status in defining "circus" in the contemporary cultural imagination, neither animal was part of the first American circuses. All were exhibited in a …

Dec 30, 2024 · Explore the unique history of American circuses, from humble tents to iconic big tops, and their enduring cultural impact.