Circus History

Erie County · dedicated 1974 · Main St. (US 20) & Mechanic St. at the Diamond, across from Boro. Hall, Girard

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.

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