Circus of Curiosities: An Exhibition of Moving Marvels

🎪 Circus of Curiosities: An Exhibition of Moving Marvels
4 July 2026 – 3 January 2027
Step right up and discover a world of movement, mischief and mechanical magic at the American Museum & Gardens this summer.
Circus of Curiosities: An Exhibition of Moving Marvels celebrates the wonderful craft, art and joy of moving sculpture. Featuring 25 interactive automata, this family-friendly exhibition brings together animated models, toys and whimsical characters created by some of the finest contemporary makers.
At the push of a button or turn of a handle, these ingenious mechanical sculptures spring to life with humour, creativity and surprise. Inspired by the spectacle of the circus, each piece has its own story to tell.
🎪 Face the fearless Lion Tamer
🎠 Watch daring acrobats defy gravity
💀 Tap your toes with the Day of the Dead Band
⚡ Test your reflexes with Barecat's Buzzwire
🛠 Build your own mechanical sculpture in our creative play workshop
🎈 Relax beneath the Big Top tent
Whether you're discovering automata for the first time or are already fascinated by these moving marvels, Circus of Curiosities promises fun, creativity and wonder for visitors of all ages.
Circus of Curiosities: An Exhibition of Moving Marvels is a touring exhibition from Cabaret Mechanical Theatre, the internationally renowned organisation dedicated to contemporary automata.
Included with museum admission.
www.americanmuseum.org/whats-on/circus-of-curiosities-exhibition