A page from the self published book, Mark Anthony's Sketches, which was compiled by Marty Scott. This page features Mark's drawings of Bobby Kay, Keith Crary, Lou Jacobs, Billy Baker, and Jim Howle.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
American Clown Trailer
A new documentary now available to rent or buy on Prime Video, Youtube, Fandango, Vimeo, AppleTV+, and Google TV.
From Greg DeSanto, Executive Director of the International Clown Hall of Fame
UPDATE - A generous donor has agreed to match dollor for dollar up to $5,000!
Thank you to everyone who have been so generous so far and to the kindness of our matching donor!
To all Brother & Sister Racoons out there in clown alley-land….
15 years ago the opportunity to help guide an institution to its new home in Baraboo presented itself. During my career I’ve been blessed to have worked alongside many great clowns and been the recipient of their kindness in sharing their craft with me as a young performer.
Growing up I wanted to trip over an ottoman like Dick Van Dyke, throw pies like the Three Stooges and do the Hucklebuck like Jackie Gleason. This career path has made those, and so many other dreams happen.
I am humbled & proud of the work that the Board of Directors, friends, family and clown enthusiasts have done to help make the International Clown Hall of Fame grow, prosper and become a respected depository of clown artifacts. Even more importantly, it’s not a static museum but more of a place where new generations can come and engage in conversation, research and hear first person accounts of the performers who have come before and those who’s career’s are rising to elevate the art form of the clown.
Along with all the platitudes, we also must acknowledge the reality of keeping a museum operating. We have always been prudent in financial matters, but we want & need to progress to a more sustainable & steadier foundation. This has been the number one priority of the Board and as we work towards creating a realistic, obtainable financial future, we ask for your help in closing the gap for the immediate term.
Our goal is $10,000. To some non for profits that number is minuscule. To the ICHOF it will allow us to breathe, help close urgent funding gaps, focus on the future and create a plan that allow growth going forward.
Any amount from $5.00 to $10,000 helps us remain true to our mission. If you know me, you know how much this museum means to me. I am grateful for your support and friendship and hope you can be a part of it going forward.
With laughter - Greg