Wallace Farm, circa 1924
On August 20, 2011 I was able to visit the International Hall Of
Circus Fame, located about 3 miles noutside of Peru, Indiana on what is known as
the Wallace Farm. The American Circus Corp. originally owned
600 acres. The CHF now sits on 10 acres of this farm land that was able
to be saved. ACC owned Hagenbeck-Wallace, John Robinson, Sells-Floto
and Howes Great London shows plus several others.
Big Top acquired from Big Apple Circus in 1996.
John Ringling purchased the entire ACC, including the Peru winterquarters.
"The great burning of the circus wagons" took place in November 1941 at this site.
North Barn Gift Shop
In July 1988 it was dedicated as a National Historic Landmark.
A complete history and summary of exhibits can be obtained from the CHF.
This is a must see visit for all circus fans!
Elelphant and Cat Barn
Wagon Storage, side of elephant barn.
The other side of elephant barn.
Mack Truck from RBBB
Some of the restored wagons inside.
More retored wagons.
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