Sarasota in Sarasota County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)

The Yong Brothers

Circus Ring Of Fame

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, February 27, 2020

1. The Yong Brothers Marker

Inscription.
Few if any have ever matched the equilibristic talents of John and Walter Yong. In their most astounding feat, John performed a free handstand, balancing only on his head, unaided by his hands, while Walter simultaneously executed his own free handstand atop John’s feet. They first gained attention appearing with their three sisters in the center ring of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus in 1954. Five years later, the brothers embarked as a team on a 25-year career in which they would gain international acclaim through appearances in the most prestigious circuses, theaters, nightclubs and shows in the U.S. and abroad.

The Friends of John and Walter Yong

Erected by The Friends of John and Walter Yong and the Circus Ring of Fame Foundation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Entertainment.

Location. 27° 19.127′ N, 82° 34.654′ 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. The Hanneford Family (here, next to this

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marker); Felix Adler (here, next to this marker); Floyd R. King (here, next to this marker); The Wallenda Troupe (here, next to this marker); Francis Brunn Lottie Brunn (a few steps from this marker); Dolly Jacobs (a few steps from this marker); John Ringling North (a few steps from this marker); Lou Jacobs (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sarasota.

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. The Yong Brothers 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 138 times since then and 9 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.