Hyped as ‘the biggest elephant’ in the world, Jumbo was met by a record-breaking crowd and hauled up Broadway in his crate. More than a century after his death, mystery still swirls around Jumbo.

The ‘world’s biggest elephant’ helped to raise awareness about the famous bridge’s safety, while also promoting P.T. Barnum’s circus. Following 13 years of construction, New York’s ...

Lucy the Elephant is turning 142 on July 20th and "Lucy's multi-million-dollar makeover" birthday celebration is being held on-site Saturday, July 22 from 10am to 8pm.