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Visitor tip
Don't miss The Howard Bros. Circus Model in the Tibbals Learning Center—reviewers consistently call it 'insane' and 'amazing.' This 42,000-piece miniature circus spanning 3,800 sq ft is the centerpiece attraction and worth dedicating significant time to explore the intricate details.
Visitor tip
Take advantage of the interactive hands-on experiences included with admission—walk the tightrope, balance on horseback, and squeeze into a clown car. These activities are highlighted in reviews as engaging for both kids and adults, making the experience more memorable than passive observation alone.
Visitor tip
Explore the digital collections available online through The Ringling's eMuseum and FSU Digital Repository before or after your visit to deepen your understanding of circus history and prepare for specific exhibits you want to prioritize.
About Tibbals Learning Center & Circus Museum at The Ringling
Ringling Circus archives, by appointment. Ringling Circus archives, with historical documents, costume drawings & art (by appointment).
Quick Facts
- Type
- Circus Museum
- Main Attraction
- Howard Bros. Circus Model — 42,000+ pieces spanning 3,800 sq ft
- Interactive Activities
- Walk the tightrope, balance on horseback, clown car experience
- Membership
- Available with free admission and discounts
What visitors say
Very interesting place with a lot of history and some cool artifacts from the circus era. A lot that I was not aware of about the circus really appreciated the dioramic circus behind the windows and the ginormous trains not sure the…
Such a fun place! Tibbals Learning Center & the Circus Museum at The Ringling totally surprised me — the giant miniature circus is insane, and all the exhibits are super interesting and easy to enjoy. Great spot for both kids and…
Really enjoyed everything about this place. Tons to see. The model scale was amazing . Went with my wife an parents an we all were so happy we decided to go. The House was beautiful . It was really worth it.
From 2,179 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The Howard Bros. Circus Model contains over 42,000 individual pieces and spans 3,800 square feet, making it an extraordinarily detailed miniature circus diorama
- The museum features John and Mable Ringling's private railcar named the Wisconsin, a historic artifact from the Ringling family's circus era
- The Tibbals Learning Center houses extensive Ringling Circus archives including historical documents and costume drawings available by appointment
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