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A Century of Progress memorabilia collection

A Century of Progress International Exposition was held in Chicago during the summers of 1933 and 1934 to commemorate the 100th year anniversary of the incorporation of the city of Chicago in 1833. The A Century of Progress Memorabilia collection includes printed materials such as pamphlets, brochures, maps, photographs and souvenirs.

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Eye-Level Exterior Photographs, 1933-1934

The images depict people visiting outdoor exhibits, as well as the external surroundings of fair buildings.

1933

Panoramic view of the Century of Progress site

Black and white panoramic photograph with labels pointing out the exhibits and facilities at the fair.

1934

Photograph album: photographs taken by Walter Roe

Black and white photos of the fair with handwritten notes below explaining what they show. Pictures include the avenue of flags, the Time and Fortune building, the travel and transport building and several aerial shots of the fair site.

1933

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Repository: University of Illinois Chicago. Library. Special Collections and University Archives Department (Richard J. Daley Library)