Beginning around the middle of the nineteenth century and thriving until about a generation ago, Sheboygan has a rich history as the epicenter of Midwestern circus production, dominated by a handful of family dynasties, many of whose descendants remain in the area. As I continue to explore opportunities and resources for our project as artists in residence with the Kohler Arts Center, I’m inspired by this unique history, particularly as it potentially links non-motorized transportation with community pride and visual identity.
a ‘break-away’ circus bike
