Ringling Museum

Museum Sarasota, Florida, United States
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What to expect

The Ringling is a 66-acre estate that includes the State Art Museum of Florida, the Circus Museum, Ca' d'Zan, the Historic Asolo Theater, and Bayfront Gardens. The museum features a collection of European and American art, as well as Asian and contemporary art. The Circus Museum showcases the history of the circus, with exhibits on parade wagons, costumes, and a miniature circus model. Ca' d'Zan is a Venetian Gothic-style mansion that was the home of John and Mable Ringling. The Bayfront Gardens are a living treasure, with beautiful gardens and a stunning view of the bay. The Historic Asolo Theater is a rare example of an 18th-century Italian theater and provides an intimate setting for performances. The Ringling offers a variety of activities and exhibits that are suitable for families with children, making it a great place to visit

Plan your family visit to the Ringling Museum with these blog insights 👇

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How to Do a Weekend Trip to Sarasota, Florida with Kids

How to Do a Weekend Trip to Sarasota, Florida with Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Ringling Museum in Sarasota and had such fun!

Highlights: It's huge and there is so much to do there for adults and kids of all ages ✨

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Fun Things to do in Sarasota with Kids: A Delightful Weekend Getaway

Fun Things to do in Sarasota with Kids: A Delightful Weekend Getaway
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Circus Museum and enjoyed the interactive opportunities for kids to try out various “acts” as well as the incredible “mini circus” recreation

Highlights: The Circus Museum was the star of the show for families and kept both adults and their kids entertained for several hours ✨

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Fun Things to do in Sarasota with Kids: A Delightful Weekend Getaway

Fun Things to do in Sarasota with Kids: A Delightful Weekend Getaway
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Ringling Museum of Art, the Circus Museum, Bayfront Gardens and Ca’ d’Zan – the “roaring 20s” mansion of John Ringling

Highlights: We enjoyed the beauty of the exterior of Ca’ d’Zan and the kids play area nearby ✨