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

Wayne McCary

Circus Ring of Fame

Photographed by Brandon D Cross

1. Wayne McCary Marker

Inscription. For over five decades, Wayne has entertained millions of families by producing premiere performances for Shrine circuses, amusement parks, and introducing the circus concept to fairs nationwide. He became the President and CEO of the Eastern States Exposition, were he founded and produced the Big E Super Circus for over forty years. He is a founding director and vice president of the Federation Mondiale Du Cirque in Monte Carlo. Association with Princess Stephanie of Monaco. His lifelong passion for the circus arts and its dedicated performers, and his genteel and tireless manner make him one of the most respected and honored members of the amusement industry.
Nathaniel, James, and Anna McCary • Bello Nock • Fiesta Shows • North American Midway • Oaba • Eastern States Exposition

Erected 2024 by Circus Ring of Fame Foundation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Industry & Commerce.

Location. 27° 19.105′ N, 82° 34.663′ W. Marker is in Sarasota, Florida, in Sarasota County. It is at the intersection of St Armands Circle

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and John Ringling Boulevard, on the left when traveling south on St Armands Circle. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 St Armands Cir, Sarasota FL 34236, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is on the Gulf Coast.

It is also in the American South

and on the Gulf Coast.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain,

the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

one of the Confederate States of America,

and the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Catherine Hanneford Carden (here, next to this marker); David Smith, Sr. & David Smith, Jr. (here, next to this marker); Hubert Castle (a few steps from this marker); William (“Cap”) Curtis (a few steps from this marker); Elly Ardelty (a few steps from this marker); James A. Bailey (a few steps from this marker); Alexis Brothers (a few steps from this marker); Allan C. Hill (a few steps from

Wayne McCary Marker (far right) image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Brandon D Cross

2. Wayne McCary Marker (far right)

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 . . .
1. Former Exposition President and CEO, Wayne McCary, receives “Circus Ring of Fame” honor. (Submitted on April 9, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
2. Circus Ring of Fame. (Submitted on April 9, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

Credits. This page was last revised on August 2, 2025. It was originally submitted on April 9, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 185 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 9, 2024, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.