Finneseths put their collection on display
The animals, characters and scenes of a circus are all in Jefferson, in miniature, in the window of the Morning Star Masonic lodge, formerly Figenshaw Furniture on the west side of the courthouse square.
Circus trains with lions and tigers, clowns, vendors, and even men being shot out of cannons, are among the more than 200 diecast miniatures that invite passersby by to stop and study for a while. The pieces depict scenes from the British Chipperfield Circus. The Chipperfield family has been entertaining the public since 1684. The circus continues to entertain with trained animals worldwide. (Click on picture to enlarge in new screen.)
Corgi made its first Chipperfield Circus item in 1960. The line of toys has longevity, as new items are still being produced to the delight of circus fans and collectors.
Jack and Kay Finneseth, Scott and Kay Finneseth, and Steve and Melissa Finneseth are sharing their collection of Corgi Diecast Toys in the spirit of the 2015 Bell Tower Festival, Bell Tower Big Top. Scott and Steve played with some of the pieces on display when they were young.
The Finneseths also have a collection of circus posters, some of which promote the Chipperfield Circus.
The Masons are pleased to offer their front window for displays relevant to local organizations and events.
