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Peru, Indiana: International Circus Hall of Fame

The circus moved on to the next town, but their historical artifacts and memorabilia found a permanent home in Peru. See circus posters, costumes, displays, old circus wagons.

Address:
3076 E. Circus Lane, Peru, IN
Directions:
From downtown drive south on Hwy 19/Broadway, cross the river, then immediately turn left onto Hwy 124/Riverside Drive. Follow for three miles. Cross the river again, then immediately turn left again at the Circus Hall of Fame sign. Follow a half-mile to the end of the road.
Hours:
Tu-Sa 10-4 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
800-771-0241
Admission:
Adults $5.
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Circus wagon.

International Circus Hall of Fame

This is the original American Circus Corporation winter quarters where several circuses were based. The Hall of Fame is full of circus posters, costumes, displays, old circus wagons, and circus models.

[Bob Cline, 06/15/2017]

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