In the 1800s, there was a popular phrase, "I have been to see the elephant," which meant a worldly sophistication and awareness of the outside world.
That came from attending a Barnum & Bailey Circus performance, the finest of its kind. Here now, more than two hours long, their final performance ever.
Laaaaaaadies and gentlemen! In the center ring, a piece of American history!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGkHv8dsPsE
The end of an era!