What are Tripoli Shriners?

We are a fraternity based on fun, fellowship and the Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief and truth. There are approximately 309,000 members from 195 Shrine Centers (chapters) in the United States, Canada, Germany, Mexico, Republic of Panama, Puerto Rico and the Philippines.

Do Shriners still exist?

There are approximately 350,000 members from 196 temples (chapters) in the US, Canada, Brazil, Bolivia, Mexico, Panama, the Philippines, Europe, and Australia. The organization is best known for the Shriners Hospitals for Children that it administers, and the red fezzes that members wear.

What does a Shriner do?

Shriners are men who enjoy life. They enjoy parades, trips, circuses, dances, dinners, sporting events and other social occasions together. Furthermore, Shriners support what has become known as the “World’s Greatest Philanthropy,” Shriners Hospitals for Children.

Where is the circus in Milwaukee?

the UWM Panther Arena
Now in its 86th year, the circus returns to Milwaukee, May 13-15 for six shows. The fun will take place at the UWM Panther Arena, with tickets ranging from $15-35.

Is the Shrine Circus related to the Shriners?

The Shrine Circus is a circus founded in Detroit, Michigan on Woodward Avenue in 1906. It travels to roughly 120 cities per year in the United States and a separate unit travels to about 40 in Canada. It is affiliated with the former Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, now Shriners International.

How long is the Shrine Circus?

approximately 2 hours
The Mizpah Shrine circus performance lasts approximately 2 hours with a 15 minute intermission in the middle.

Does the Shrine Circus still have animals?

Meet the Animal Exhibitors Shrine circuses don’t have their own animals. Local chapters could easily put on a circus by using all willing human performers or choose from the multitude of other types of fundraisers. Instead, they continue to hire abusive animal exhibitors, including those listed below.