Medford, Massachusetts -
Jumbo the Elephant: Statue and Ashes
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Jumbo, promoted by P.T. Barnum as the largest on earth, was the world's first celebrity elephant. His remains were not cremated, but accidentally incinerated.
- Address:
- Packard Ave., Medford, MA
- Directions:
- A statue of Jumbo stands on the north side of Barnum Hall on the Tufts University green, just east of Packard Ave. A paved path leads to the statue. Jumbo's ashes are kept in a jar in the Athletics office -- you can stop in an ask for a quick viewing.
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Jumbo the Elephant: Statue and Ashes
Jumbo, promoted by P.T. Barnum as the largest on earth, was the world's first celebrity elephant. His remains were not cremated, but accidentally incinerated. Roadsideamerica.com Report...
Jumbo, promoted by P.T. Barnum as the largest on earth, was the world's first celebrity elephant. His remains were not cremated, but accidentally incinerated. Roadsideamerica.com Report...
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