Sarasota in Sarasota County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Pablo Rodriguez and Family
Circus Ring of Fame
With the guiding hand of Pablo Rodriguez, he and his family formed what became one of the most accomplished family aerial acts of the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. Their aerial bar act and double and triple-wide flying trapeze-wide acts were among the most significant achievements in the advancement of aerial arts.
Erected 2013 by The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota and the Circus Ring of Fame Foundation, Inc.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Entertainment.
Location. 27° 19.13′ N, 82° 34.617′ W. Marker is in Sarasota, Florida, in Sarasota County. Marker is at the intersection of St Armands Circle and John Ringling Boulevard, on the left when traveling north on St Armands Circle. Marker is located on the northeast area of the 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 Del Moral Perch Act Troupe (here, next to this marker); Ian Garden (here, next to this marker); Tim Holst (here, next to this marker); Miguel Vazquez (here, next to this marker); Paul Binder (here, next to this marker); Cecil B. DeMille (here, next to this marker); Barry Lubin (here, next to this marker); Charles and Mathias Coronas (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sarasota.
Regarding Pablo Rodriguez and Family. 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.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 6, 2020. It was originally submitted on March 30, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 173 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 30, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.