Peru Attractions
Peru is the site of a former Miami Indian village. It is best known as the home base of traveling circuses including the Hagenback-Wallace circus, who wintered in the area during the 1800s.
Circus City Festival Museum
The Circus City Festival Museum is located in the Circus City Center in Peru. Inside the museum visitors will find a wide range of interesting displays that include costumes, photos, and miniatures. During "circus week" the Circus City Festival Museum puts on a special display of circus wagons.
Circus City Festival Inc.
154 North Broadway
Peru, IN
United States
154 North Broadway
Peru, IN
United States
Phone 1 (765) 472-3918
Fax 1 (765) 472-2826
Hours
April 1 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
October 1 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Grissom Air Museum
The Grissom Air Museum is located in Peru and is a must see for airplane aficionados. The Grissom Air Museum features numerous vintage aircraft and for those wanting a good view, there is an observation tower. The museum also provides an insight into the life and times of General William Kepner and an overview of the Grissom Air Force Base. The Grissom Air Museum is located on Grissom Air Force Base so bring appropriate personal identification.
All values are in United States Dollars
Grissom Air Museum
1000 Hoosier Boulevard
Peru, IN 46970-3647
United States
1000 Hoosier Boulevard
Peru, IN 46970-3647
United States
Phone 1 (765) 689-8011
Fax 1 (765) 688-2956
Hours
March 1 to May 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
June 1 to August 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
September 1 to December 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
| Adult | $ 6.00 |
| Child 18 & under | $ 5.00 |
| Senior over 55 | $ 5.00 |
| Military discount | $ 5.00 |
| Child 6 & under | FREE |
Facilities
Gift shop
International Circus Hall of Fame
The International Circus Hall of Fame is located in Peru. This unique attraction highlights the stars and historical figures of the circus industry. The International Circus Hall of Fame also has performances by circus figures under the Big Top.
Hours
May 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Miami County Museum
The Miami County Museum is located in the small town of Peru. Here visitors will find interesting displays featuring pioneer living, circus history, Native American history, and a special section on Cole Porter. Of special note is Cole Porter's Cadillac, which has been lovingly preserved over the years.
Miami County Museum
51 North Broadway
Peru, IN 46970-2237
United States
51 North Broadway
Peru, IN 46970-2237
United States
Phone 1 (765) 473-9183
Fax 1 (765) 476-3880
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Facilities
Gift shop
