P. T. Barnum and the American Museum

P. T. Barnum and the American Museum

Known primarily for his circuses and cynical epithets, P. T. Barnum was first known as the proprietor of New York City's American Museum. He combined freak shows with serious scientific exhibits there and brought entertainment to a surprisingly diverse audience.

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Veröffentlicht in:The Wilson quarterly (Washington) 1989-10, Vol.13 (4), p.130-139
1. Verfasser: Saxon, A. H.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Amusement
Art exhibitions
Barnum, P T (Phineas Taylor) (1810-1891)
Circuses
Curiosity
Entertainment
Lecture halls
Museum exhibits
Museums
Personal profiles
Proprietors
Reflections
Skeleton
Social life & customs
Theater
Zoos
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Zusammenfassung:Known primarily for his circuses and cynical epithets, P. T. Barnum was first known as the proprietor of New York City's American Museum. He combined freak shows with serious scientific exhibits there and brought entertainment to a surprisingly diverse audience.
ISSN:0363-3276
2328-529X