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Volunteers Keep Circus Costumes Alive

Quick Answer: Volunteers help preserve and maintain a large collection of donated circus costumes stored at the Sarasota Sailor Circus.

BY DAHLIA GHABOUR — HERALD-TRIBUNE:
Behind the scenes at the Sarasota Sailor Circus lies a locked, 900-square-foot room piled up to the ceiling with treasures. In a kaleidoscope of bright colors, sequins and glitter, more than 5,000 donated circus costumes hang on crowded racks. Feather boas float among sequin-encrusted suits, set before giant cabinets of carefully labeled materials…  MORE

At a Glance

Key Facts

  • The costume storage room is 900 square feet.
  • More than 5,000 donated circus costumes hang on racks in the room.
  • The costumes feature bright colors, sequins, and glitter.
  • Feather boas and sequin-encrusted suits are among the items stored.
  • Cabinets of labeled materials are kept alongside the costumes.
  • The article is written by Dahlia Ghabour for the Herald-Tribune.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the circus costumes stored?

They are stored in a locked, 900-square-foot room behind the scenes at the Sarasota Sailor Circus.

How many costumes are in the collection?

More than 5,000 donated circus costumes hang on the racks.

Who wrote this article?

The article was written by Dahlia Ghabour for the Herald-Tribune.

What kinds of items are included in the costume collection?

The collection includes feather boas, sequin-encrusted suits, and cabinets of carefully labeled materials.

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