Monday- Free Museum Admission

Museum Details: Every Monday at the Ringling Museum, the Museum of Art, Bayfront Gardens, and Glass Pavilion are free to the public on Mondays. Note: Regular admission pricing applies for entry to the Circus Museum or Ca’ d’Zan.

Advance tickets for this free entry are not available; register in the Visitors Pavilion upon arrival OR skip the line by purchasing regular Museum Admission online and visit the Circus Museum too!

The John and Mable Ringing Museum

5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243

The Ringling Museum is located in Sarasota, Florida, and preserves the legacy and estate of John and Mable Ringling. John Ringling was one of five brothers who owned and operated the circus called “The Greatest Show on Earth.

The museum is home to more than 28,000 art pieces, including memorabilia from the circus. It is home to the State Art Museum of Florida, the historic Ca’ d’Zan Mansion, Bayfront Gardens, an Art Library, the Circus Museums, and the Historic Asolo Theater.

It’s definitely one to add to your bucket list if you’re going to be staying in the Tampa Bay Area for any amount of time. The grounds are beautiful and the artwork and different artifacts there will put you in a happy place.