designs, we encounter through
the artist's eye the edgy
entertainment of the North
American midways: stunt
shows, girl shows, rides and
spectacles that are unknown
today.

   Acknowledgements:
   We are very grateful to
James (Jim) Conklin, Carnival
Showman and Director of the
North American Carnival
Museum and Archives (NACMA)
for the donation and use of
his wonderful Jack Ray
memorabilia collection,
without which, this exhibit

would not be possible. As
well, NACMA would like to
recognize the ongoing support
which Mr. Conklin has
provided for the museum and
its exhibits.
   Appreciation to Cailee
Goulden, for her in depth
research, design, text and
production of "From Bellhop

to Ballyhoo", a travelling
exhibit of John C. (Jack)
Ray's life and livelihood.
   Sincere thanks to
Jennifer Walker, Curator of
the North American Carnival
Museum for developing and
building this online exhibit
about John C. (Jack) Ray, so
that his life and significant