Chicago World's Fair Souvenir Photographs, 1934

THF152368 / Chicago World's Fair Souvenir Photographs, 1934
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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 darkest years of the Great Depression. Many fairgoers returned home with mementos, such as this set of souvenir photographs depicting landmarks from the exposition.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Souvenir

Date Made

1934

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

85.127.187

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Estate of Stanley H. Cousineau.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Dimensions

Width: 2 in
Length: 3 in