St. Armands in Sarasota in Sarasota County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Nik Wallenda
Circus Ring of Fame
Photographed By Brandon D Cross
1. Nik Wallenda Marker
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Nik Wallenda. Circus Ring of Fame. Walking in his family footsteps, Nik has become one of the most decorated aerialists in history, earning 13 Guinness World Records, an Emmy Award, Cable TV’s Personality of the Year Award, and the highest-rated show in the history of Discovery Channel. Aspiring to rejuvenate the circus and bring the arts to new audiences, his tv specials were broadcast live in 171+ countries, covering his daring feats as he became the only person to walk a tightrope directly over Niagara Falls, the Grand Canyon, Chicago’s Skyline blindfolded, Times Square and the active Masaya Volcano. These are but a few of the death-defying skywalks in his career. In 2021, Nik returned to the big top as the owner and producer of the Big Apple Circus. He has authored two books - “Balance” and “Facing Fear” - inspiring others to pursue their dreams and never give up! ,
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Walking in his family footsteps, Nik has become one of the most decorated aerialists in history, earning 13 Guinness World Records, an Emmy Award, Cable TV’s Personality of the Year Award, and the highest-rated show in the history of Discovery Channel. Aspiring to rejuvenate the circus and bring the arts to new audiences, his tv specials were broadcast live in 171+ countries, covering his daring feats as he became the only person to walk a tightrope directly over Niagara Falls, the Grand Canyon, Chicago’s Skyline blindfolded, Times Square and the active Masaya Volcano. These are but a few of the death-defying skywalks in his career. In 2021, Nik returned to the big top as the owner and producer of the Big Apple Circus. He has authored two books - “Balance” and “Facing Fear” - inspiring others to pursue their dreams and never give up!
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Erected 2023 by Circus Ring of Fame Foundation and the Discovery Channel.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Notable Events. A significant historical year for this entry is 2021.
Location. 27° 19.086′ N, 82° 34.651′ W. Marker is in Sarasota, Florida, in Sarasota County. It is in St. Armands. Marker is at the intersection of
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Madison Drive and John Ringling Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Madison Drive. 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. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 300 Madison Dr, Sarasota FL 34236, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Also see . . . 1. Nik Wallenda: King of the Highwire. (Submitted on March 27, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.) 2. Circus Ring of Fame. (Submitted on March 27, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
Photographed By Brandon D Cross
2. Nik Wallenda Marker (center)
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3. Nik Wallenda Niagara Falls 2012.jpg
Credits. This page was last revised on April 6, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 27, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 65 times since then. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on March 27, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • J. J. Prats was the editor who published this page.
