Ca’ d’Zan

The Ringlings' dazzling palatial mansion is a tribute to the American Dream and reflects the splendor and romance of Italy. Ca' d’Zan is 200-foot long encompassing approximately 36,000 square feet with 41 rooms and 15 bathrooms. The structure is five stories and has a full basement. The pinnacle of the structure is the 81-foot Belvedere tower with an open-air overlook and a high domed ceiling.

In April 2002, comprehensive restoration and conservation was completed on Ca' d'Zan. The six year, $15 million initiative restored the mansion to the era of Mable Ringling.

Ca’ d’Zan, main staircase with view of elevator General Collection Click the title to find it in the library catalog

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Electronic Resources Florida State University Architecture Databases

Museum Resources

http://www.ringling.org/cadmansion.aspx

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