Sarasota in Sarasota County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Dr. J.Y. Henderson
Circus Ring of Fame
For over 40 years he was veterinarian of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus looking after the world’s largest traveling menagerie. He is recognized as an outstanding authority on the care and feeding of circus animals.
Erected by Charley’s Crab Restaurant, Jim and Pam MacDonald and the Circus Ring of Fame Foundation, Inc.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Entertainment • Science & Medicine.
Location. 27° 19.122′ N, 82° 34.607′ 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. Harold Alzana (here, next to this marker); The Nerveless Nocks (here, next to this marker); Alfredo Codona (here, next to this marker); May Wirth (here, next to this marker); Karl L. King (here, next to this marker); The Zacchinis (here, next to this marker); Fay Alexander (here, next to this marker); D.R. and Isla Miller (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sarasota.
Regarding Dr. J.Y. Henderson. 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. (Submitted on April 5, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
Credits. This page was last revised on April 6, 2020. It was originally submitted on April 5, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 199 times since then and 30 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 5, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.