World’s Columbian Exposition Woman’s Building
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Title | World’s Columbian Exposition Woman’s Building |
Description | A black and white photograph of the main entrance to 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 was designed by a woman, architect Sophia G. Hayden. Shown here is the main entrance with its wide staircase and triple arches. Flinn, J., ed. "The Official Guide to the World’s Columbian Exposition." (Chicago: The Columbian Guide Company, 1893), pp. 105-109. |
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Learning Standards | 16 History |
Author or Creator | Arnold, C.D. |
Source | Arnold, C. D. Collection of Photographs Illustrating the Construction and Progress of the World’s Columbian Exposition. 1893. |
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Temporal Coverage | 1893 |
Collection Publisher | Chicago Public Library, Special Collections and Preservation Division |
Rights | Copyright Not Evaluated |
Resource Identifier | Arnold, C. D. Collection of Photographs Illustrating the Construction and Progress of the World’s Columbian Exposition. 1893. Vol. 3, photograph 46. |
Date Created | 3-7-03 |
Collection Title | Teaching with Digital Content (Cultural Heritage Community) |
Collection | Teaching with Digital Content (Cultural Heritage Community) |
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