The Barnum Museum

Specialties

The Barnum Museum is committed to the preservation and interpretation of Bridgeport’s industrial and social history, as well as being an outstanding educational resource for students of all ages. Our collection ranges from a hand-​carved miniature circus to a mummy donated by P.T. Barnum’s wife, carriages made for Tom Thumb to furniture by Poitier and Stymus.

The current exhibition, «Recovery in Action!», located in the People’s United Bank Gallery, allows visitors, students and scholars a rare glimpse into The Barnum Museum’s visible storage area to witness the tornado recovery process first hand. The 5,000-foot gallery now houses thousands of objects that were out-​loaded from the Museum’s historic building for safety and conservation following the June 24, 2010 tornado.

History

Established in 1893.

Conceived and constructed by P.T., The Barnum Museum has proudly served an international audience since 1893, and is one of our country’s great national treasures. P.T. Barnum’s impact reaches deep into our American heritage and the story of his vast contributions are preserved in his Bridgeport museum. The ornate, exotic building distinguishes the City of Bridgeport, Connecticut’s uniqueness, it is a symbol of achievement and creativity, and is a testament to the pioneers and visionaries of the 19^th century.

Meet the Business Owner

Kathleen M.

Business Owner

Kathleen Maher is the Executive Director of The Barnum Museum in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

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