Ellen Marion Kinzie Doll, Souvenir From Century of Progress Exposition, 1933
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Artifact Overview
Chicago's 1933-34 Century of Progress Exposition used the theme of progress to buoy national optimism during the Great Depression. Many fairgoers returned home with mementos, such as this doll of Ellen Marion Kinzie, which was likely created for children attending the fair. Ellen, the daughter of a fur trader, was considered the first child of European descent to be born in Chicago.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Bisque doll
Date Made
1933
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
41.214.241
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mrs. E. G. Douglas.
Material
Biscuit (Porcelain, material)
Felt (Textile)
Dimensions
Height: 5 in (Doll)
Width: 2 in (Doll)
Length: 5.5 in (Box)
Width: 2.75 in (Box)
Depth: 2 in (Box)
Inscriptions
label on top of box: A CENTURY / OF PROGRESS / INTERNATIONAL / EXPOSITION / CHICAGO 1933 / ELLEN MARION KINZIE...
circular paper tag in box: ELLEN MARION / KINZIE
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