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The Ringling The official page of The Ringling, located in Sarasota, Florida and preserving the legacy of John and Mable Ringling.
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It is home to the Museum of Art, Ca' d'Zan mansion, Circus Museum, Bayfront Gardens, and the Historic Asolo Theater. The Ringling is the State Art Museum of Florida and is administered by Florida State University. It features an art museum, historic mansion, circus museum, historic theater, conservation laboratory, and research library, situated on sixty-six acres of spectacular bay front property in Sarasota. The Ringling is a place of art, architecture, and circus in an environment that inspires, educates, entertains, and honors the legacy of John & Mable Ringling. As one of the more extraordinary museums in the world, with a unique combination of diverse culture, and fine and performing arts, The Ringling will be a leading museum complex with an international reach aligned with Florida State University.

🌅  Join us TONIGHT, Oct. 19, at 6 PM for Ringling by the Bay!  🎶 💃Enjoy an evening of live music, dancing, and beautiful...
10/19/2026

🌅 Join us TONIGHT, Oct. 19, at 6 PM for Ringling by the Bay! 🎶 💃

Enjoy an evening of live music, dancing, and beautiful sunset views along the Sarasota Bay!

🥂 Beverages will be available for purchase
🥗 Food trucks will be present at the event

🎟️ Tickets: https://www.ringling.org/event/ringling-by-the-bay-5/

We can’t wait to see you there!

Come celebrate THIS FRIDAY, OCT. 16! 🪩🎉Step into a night where rhythm, culture, and community come alive under the stars...
10/12/2026

Come celebrate THIS FRIDAY, OCT. 16! 🪩🎉

Step into a night where rhythm, culture, and community come alive under the stars. ✨

At this party, you'll get a first look at the upcoming season of world-class exhibitions, live performances, inspiring educational programs, and much more.

☆ Entry @ 6:00 PM
☆ Tickets: $45 / $40.00 Members
☆ Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
☆ Suggested dress code: WONDER. WHITE. WOW us with Sequins, Sparkle, Starlight!

https://www.ringling.org/event/ringling-revealed/

What do you love most about our Circus Museum? 🎪
10/08/2026

What do you love most about our Circus Museum? 🎪

Have you experienced the Uncovering Ca’ d’Zan Tour? 🏰Uncover the daily life, architectural detail, and lasting legacy of...
10/05/2026

Have you experienced the Uncovering Ca’ d’Zan Tour? 🏰

Uncover the daily life, architectural detail, and lasting legacy of the Ringlings and Sarasota in this premier guided experience through Ca’ d’Zan!

Learn more here: https://www.ringling.org/event/uncovering-ca-dzan-tour/

✨ Get ready to WONDER! ✨On OCT. 16, get a glimpse of The Ringling’s upcoming season of world-class exhibitions, live per...
10/01/2026

✨ Get ready to WONDER! ✨

On OCT. 16, get a glimpse of The Ringling’s upcoming season of world-class exhibitions, live performances, inspiring educational programs, and more!

🎶 Dance the night away with GRAMMY®-nominated Cuban vocalist José “Pepito” Gómez and his dynamic ensemble, La Royal Orquesta.

🖼️ Explore the galleries, enjoy a live DJ, food and drinks in the Museum of Art Courtyard from 6–8 PM, then get ready for the main event when La Royal Orquesta takes the stage at 8 PM!

✨ Attire: WONDER. WHITE. WOW us with sequins, sparkle, and all things dazzling!

Come dressed to impress and ready for an unforgettable night of WONDER! ✨

🎟️ Tickets 👉 https://www.ringling.org/event/ringling-revealed/

09/24/2026

Contemporary Celadons from Japan

For nearly 2,000 years, the luminous blue-green hues of celadon have embodied refinement and visual tranquility. This group of works by contemporary Japanese ceramic artists demonstrates the enduring appeal of this medium. Allowing the subtle beauty of the glaze to take center stage, most artists represented here favor clean, understated forms, some drawing inspiration from historic Chinese and Korean vessel types, while others venture into abstract sculpture.

On view in the Chao Center for Asian Art

🎨 VIEWPOINT LECTURE WITH ANDREA CARLSONJoin artist Andrea Carlson on Oct. 1 at 5:30 PM for Collections and Cannibals at ...
09/23/2026

🎨 VIEWPOINT LECTURE WITH ANDREA CARLSON

Join artist Andrea Carlson on Oct. 1 at 5:30 PM for Collections and Cannibals at The Ringling.

Carlson will discuss her exhibition "A Constant Sky" and how her work challenges colonial narratives presented by modern artists, museum collections, and cannibal genre horror films.

Following the talk, enjoy a w**e, b**r, and light bites reception with the artist and explore the exhibition.

📍 Museum of Art, Chao Lecture Hall
🎟️ $10 | $5 Members | https://www.ringling.org/event/viewpoint-lecture-with-artist-andrea-carlson-collections-and-cannibals/

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09/21/2026

Through Apr 4, 2027

A pioneering artist, world traveler, and champion of women in the arts, Yoshida Fujio (Japanese, 1887–1987) was one of the first Japanese women to receive formal training in Western-style painting and build an international career.

Learn more at ringling.org.

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5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota, FL
34243

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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+19413595700

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