Sarasota in Sarasota County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Felix Adler
Circus Ring Of Fame
Photographed By Brandon D Cross, February 27, 2020
1. Felix Adler Marker
He is remembered as the clown who in grotesque costume and makeup, paraded around the circus tent with a small trained pig. Their antics were classic examples of so-called clown gags. Adler became so popular that he was called “King of the Clowns”. He and his piglets were featured for many years with “The Greatest Show on Earth”.
Erected 1992 by Felix Adler Tent No. 12 and the Circus Ring of Fame Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Entertainment.
Location. 27° 19.128′ N, 82° 34.652′ W. Marker is in Sarasota, Florida, in Sarasota County. Marker is at the intersection of St Armands Circle and North Boulevard of the Presidents, on the left when traveling west on St Armands Circle. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 St Armands Circle, Sarasota FL 34236, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Floyd R. King (here, next to this marker); The Wallenda Troupe (here, next to this marker); The Yong Brothers (here, next to this marker); Francis Brunn Lottie Brunn (here, next to this marker); Dolly Jacobs (here, next to this marker);
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More about this marker. The "Circus Ring Of Fame" recognizes those persons who made a significant contribution to the art and culture of the circus. With dozens of inductees from around the world. The Ring Of Fame began in 1986 as a way to honor world famous circus performers and the rich circus heritage of the Sarasota, Florida area.
Also see . . . Circus Ring of Fame Foundation. (Submitted on March 22, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
Photographed By Brandon D Cross, February 27, 2020
2. Felix Adler Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 24, 2020. It was originally submitted on March 22, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 260 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 22, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
