The Greatest Show On Earth Comes to the Library of Congress

Library Celebrates History of Circus Arts with New Archival Acquisitions from Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Circus Feld Entertainment, a worldwide leader in live entertainment experiences, has donated a series of historic items to the Library of Congress, ranging from the earliest known photograph of P.T. Barnum's Circus to a commemorative program featuring the first Black ringmaster. Sourced from the Feld Entertainment Collections – personal archives housed at Feld Entertainment Studios in Florida – these materials reflect more than 150 years of circus history and celebrate the enduring legacy of The Greatest Show On Earth®. The items donated to the national library include archival photographs, vintage program books, and other historic materials that offer a vibrant look at the evolution of circus arts in America and the cultural impact of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. Click here for more information. You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress. Stay Connected with the Library LOC.gov  |  Accessibility  |  Legal  |  Inspector General  |  External Link Disclaimer USA.gov  |  Contact  |  Careers  |  Media  |  Shop  |  Donate Subscriber Preferences & Unsubscribe  |  Subscriber Help   This email was sent to stevenmagallanes520.nims@blogger.com using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Library of Congress · 101 Independence Ave, SE · Washington, DC 20540 · 202-707-5000