Circus History
N 42° 00.043 W 080° 19.018
17T E 556566 N 4650081
A memorial to a clown with a generous heart -- check out the nearby monument that he donated!
Waymark Code: WMW5H
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 10/22/2006
Views: 51
Marker Text:
America's most famous clown of the Nineteenth Century, Dan Rice (1823-1900), had the winter quarters of his circus in Girard from 1852 to 1875. The nearby Soldiers' Monument was donated by the versatile clown and showman, whose home stood opposite.
Marker Name: Circus History
County: Erie
Date Dedicated: 08/21/1974
Marker Type: Roadside
Location: U.S. 20 at the Diamond in Girard
Category: Performers
Website: [Web Link]
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