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Sarasota Circus Arts Exhibit Heading to D.C.

Quick Answer: Sarasota's Circus Arts Conservatory will present its circus arts exhibit at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., in the summer of 2017, as a new partner with the Smithsonian Institution's Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage.

BY BILLY COX – HERALD-TRIBUNE:
Sarasota’s Circus Arts Conservatory is set to play the most prestigious venue in its 19-year history — at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., in the summer of 2017. As a new partner with the Smithsonian Institution’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage, the Conservatory’s temporary digs on “America’s front lawn” is expected to draw the attention of as many as 1 million actual and virtual visitors next year.   MORE

At a Glance

Key Facts

  • The Circus Arts Conservatory is based in Sarasota.
  • The organization has a 19-year history.
  • It will appear at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., in summer 2017.
  • This will be the most prestigious venue in the Conservatory's history.
  • The Conservatory is partnering with the Smithsonian Institution's Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage.
  • The event is expected to draw as many as 1 million actual and virtual visitors.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the Circus Arts Conservatory appear at the National Mall?

The Conservatory is set to appear at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., in the summer of 2017.

Who is the Circus Arts Conservatory partnering with?

It is partnering with the Smithsonian Institution's Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage.

How many visitors are expected at the event?

As many as 1 million actual and virtual visitors are expected to attend.

Where is the Circus Arts Conservatory located?

It is based in Sarasota.

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