Edward Van Wyck

EddieEvansEdward Van Wyck (died 1952) was a juggler and prop maker from Cincinnati, Ohio (USA). He performed under the name of Eddie Evans. He is best known for being the first person to make retail juggling clubs, beginning in 1895. These were hollow wooden clubs. He also made specialty clubs such as bouncing clubs, bell clubs, and electrically lit clubs as well as a variety of other juggling and circus props.

VanWyckKnivesThese are four juggling knives made and sold by Edward Van Wyck. Donated by Charlie Holland.