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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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Century of Progress Pamphlets and Brochures, 1933-1934 (box 2, folder 8)
3 Text
Ford Motor Company promotional leaflet.
Date:
1933-1934
Collection:
A Century of Progress memorabilia collection
Access:
Public access


Eye-Level Exterior Photographs, 1933-1934
101 Images
The images depict people visiting outdoor exhibits, as well as the external surroundings of fair buildings.
Date:
[1933-1934]
Collection:
A Century of Progress memorabilia collection
Access:
Public access


Interior Photographs, 1933-1934
6 Images
Black and white photos from the inside of fair buildings, including an exhibition by Ford.
Date:
[1933-1934]
Collection:
A Century of Progress memorabilia collection
Access:
Public access


Night Photographs, 1933-1934
15 Images
Photos of various fair buildings at night, including the floating band stand, the hall of science and light shows over the lake.
Date:
[1933-1934]
Collection:
A Century of Progress memorabilia collection
Access:
Public access


Panoramic view of the Century of Progress site
Image nop
Black and white panoramic photograph with labels pointing out the exhibits and facilities at the fair.
Date:
1934
Collection:
A Century of Progress memorabilia collection
Access:
Public access