Circus World
National Historic Landmark · Baraboo, Wisconsin
The original winter quarters of the Ringling Brothers Circus, on the bank of the Baraboo River where the five brothers based the operation from 1884 until 1918. Ten of the twenty-five original Ringling buildings survive and the site was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1969. It is run today by the Wisconsin Historical Society and holds what it bills as the largest collection of restored circus wagons in the world, alongside a summer season of live performances under a big top.
550 Water Street, Baraboo, Wisconsin, 53913, United States
Three distinct seasons. Spring roughly 20 April to 14 May, Monday to Friday 10:00 to 16:00, no performances, reduced admission. Summer roughly 15 May to 6 September, Wednesday to Monday 9:00 to 16:00, with live big-top shows — CLOSED TUESDAYS. Autumn roughly 8 to 25 September, Monday to Friday 10:00 to 16:00, no performances, reduced admission. Closed for the winter. Wisconsin Historical Society members free.