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World’s Columbian Exposition Woman’s Building

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Title
World’s Columbian Exposition Woman’s Building
Coverage-Year
1893
Description
A black and white photograph of the exterior of the Woman's Building at the World's Columbian Exposition in 1893. Source: Arnold, C. D. Collection of Photographs Illustrating the Construction and Progress of the World's Columbian Exposition. 1893. Dimensions: 10"x13".
Interpretation
The World's Columbian Exposition ran from May 1 to October 30, 1893. The Woman's Building, which was organized by women, was east of the Midway Plaisance at the north end of the lagoon. The building was 199 feet wide and 388 feet long. The exhibits included a model hospital and a model kindergarten. One of the most notable parts of the building was the library with printed works and manuscripts by women.Flinn, J., ed. "The Official Guide to the World's Columbian Exposition." (Chicago: The Columbian Guide Company, 1893), p. 105-109.
Lesson Plans / Themes
  • Exploring The Columbian Exposition
  • Celebrations and Festivals
Learning Standards
16 History
Author or Creator
Arnold, C.D.  
Resource Type
Still image
Source
Arnold, C. D. Collection of Photographs Illustrating the Construction and Progress of the World’s Columbian Exposition. 1893.
Subject / Keywords
  • Exhibition buildings  
  • World's Columbian Exposition (Chicago, Illinois)  
Collection Publisher
Chicago Public Library, Special Collections and Preservation Division
Rights Management Statement
Resource Identifier
Arnold, C. D. Collection of Photographs Illustrating the Construction and Progress of the World’s Columbian Exposition. 1893. Vol. 3, photograph 45.
Collection
Teaching with Digital Content (Cultural Heritage Community)

Descriptive Information

TitleWorld’s Columbian Exposition Woman’s Building
Coverage-Year1893
DescriptionA black and white photograph of the exterior of the Woman's Building at the World's Columbian Exposition in 1893. Source: Arnold, C. D. Collection of Photographs Illustrating the Construction and Progress of the World's Columbian Exposition. 1893. Dimensions: 10"x13".
InterpretationThe World's Columbian Exposition ran from May 1 to October 30, 1893. The Woman's Building, which was organized by women, was east of the Midway Plaisance at the north end of the lagoon. The building was 199 feet wide and 388 feet long. The exhibits included a model hospital and a model kindergarten. One of the most notable parts of the building was the library with printed works and manuscripts by women.Flinn, J., ed. "The Official Guide to the World's Columbian Exposition." (Chicago: The Columbian Guide Company, 1893), p. 105-109.
Lesson Plans / Themes
  • Exploring The Columbian Exposition
  • Celebrations and Festivals
Learning Standards16 History
Author or CreatorArnold, C.D.  
Resource TypeStill image
SourceArnold, C. D. Collection of Photographs Illustrating the Construction and Progress of the World’s Columbian Exposition. 1893.
Subject / Keywords
  • Exhibition buildings  
  • World's Columbian Exposition (Chicago, Illinois)  
Collection PublisherChicago Public Library, Special Collections and Preservation Division
Rights Management Statement
Resource IdentifierArnold, C. D. Collection of Photographs Illustrating the Construction and Progress of the World’s Columbian Exposition. 1893. Vol. 3, photograph 45.
CollectionTeaching with Digital Content (Cultural Heritage Community)

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