The Worlds Fair Collection (#2)

Night on Grand Basin (b / w photo)
958694 Night on Grand Basin (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Night on Grand Basin)

Directly North from the Government Building (b / w photo)
958678 Directly North from the Government Building (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Directly North from the Government Building)

The Peristyle from Lake Michigan (b / w photo)
958675 The Peristyle from Lake Michigan (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Peristyle from Lake Michigan)

South Alcove of the Porcelain Porch (b / w photo)
958672 South Alcove of the Porcelain Porch (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: South Alcove of the Porcelain Porch)

A Remarkable Portal (b / w photo)
958669 A Remarkable Portal (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Remarkable Portal)

The Colonnade of the Peristyle (b / w photo)
958668 The Colonnade of the Peristyle (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Colonnade of the Peristyle)

A Charming Water View (b / w photo)
958657 A Charming Water View (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Charming Water View)

The Obelisk (b / w photo)
958656 The Obelisk (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Obelisk)

Javas Quaint Exhibit (b / w photo)
958642 Javas Quaint Exhibit (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Javas Quaint Exhibit)

The Battleship Illinois (b / w photo)
958637 The Battleship Illinois (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battleship Illinois)

The Government Building (b / w photo)
958632 The Government Building (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Government Building)

Donkey Boys in the Street of Cairo (b / w photo)
958631 Donkey Boys in the Street of Cairo (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Donkey Boys in the Street of Cairo)

The Persian Swordsman and Dancer (b / w photo)
958630 The Persian Swordsman and Dancer (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Persian Swordsman and Dancer)

The Egyptian Tom-Tom (b / w photo)
958619 The Egyptian Tom-Tom (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Egyptian Tom-Tom)

Chinese Female Impersonator (b / w photo)
958615 Chinese Female Impersonator (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese Female Impersonator)

A Performer of the Danse du Ventre (b / w photo)
958612 A Performer of the Danse du Ventre (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Performer of the Danse du Ventre)

Venezuelas Building (b / w photo)
958604 Venezuelas Building (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Venezuelas Building)

Ceylon Tea Room, Womans Building (b / w photo)
958598 Ceylon Tea Room, Womans Building (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ceylon Tea Room, Womans Building)

The Persian Palace (b / w photo)
958591 The Persian Palace (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Persian Palace)

United States Submarine Diving Exhibit (b / w photo)
958590 United States Submarine Diving Exhibit (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Submarine Diving Exhibit)

Arab Spearmen of the Wild East Show (b / w photo)
958586 Arab Spearmen of the Wild East Show (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arab Spearmen of the Wild East Show)

The Volcano of Kilauea (b / w photo)
958585 The Volcano of Kilauea (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Volcano of Kilauea)

The Temple of Luxor (b / w photo)
958580 The Temple of Luxor (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Temple of Luxor)

In Cairo Street (b / w photo)
958579 In Cairo Street (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Cairo Street)

Canada in the Agricultural (b / w photo)
958575 Canada in the Agricultural (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canada in the Agricultural)

Centre of the Wooded Island (b / w photo)
958571 Centre of the Wooded Island (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Centre of the Wooded Island)

The Ornamental German Gates (b / w photo)
958563 The Ornamental German Gates (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ornamental German Gates)

The Silver Queen (b / w photo)
958560 The Silver Queen (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Silver Queen)

The Cliff-Dwellers (b / w photo)
958557 The Cliff-Dwellers (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cliff-Dwellers)

The Boat Parade on Transportation Day (b / w photo)
958556 The Boat Parade on Transportation Day (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boat Parade on Transportation Day)

Swedens Building (b / w photo)
958546 Swedens Building (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Swedens Building)

French Sculpture in the Art Palace (b / w photo)
958536 French Sculpture in the Art Palace (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Sculpture in the Art Palace)

Gallery 57, Art Palace (b / w photo)
958534 Gallery 57, Art Palace (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gallery 57, Art Palace)

A Display of French Furniture (b / w photo)
958530 A Display of French Furniture (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Display of French Furniture)

The Silver Column of Atlas (b / w photo)
958527 The Silver Column of Atlas (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Silver Column of Atlas)

"Lord of the Isles"(b / w photo)
958522 " Lord of the Isles" (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Lord of the Isles")

Under the Administration Dome (b / w photo)
958517 Under the Administration Dome (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Under the Administration Dome)

The German Building (b / w photo)
958516 The German Building (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The German Building)

The Albert Memorial (b / w photo)
958515 The Albert Memorial (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Albert Memorial)

Victoria House (b / w photo)
958514 Victoria House (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victoria House)

The German Castle (b / w photo)
958508 The German Castle (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The German Castle)

An African Bimba (b / w photo)
958496 An African Bimba (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An African Bimba)

Interior of the Horticultural Dome (b / w photo)
958492 Interior of the Horticultural Dome (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Horticultural Dome)

Making the Angels (b / w photo)
958489 Making the Angels (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making the Angels)

Burning of the Cold-Storage Warehouse (b / w photo)
958488 Burning of the Cold-Storage Warehouse (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Burning of the Cold-Storage Warehouse)

Ohios Temple in the Agricultural Building (b / w photo)
958484 Ohios Temple in the Agricultural Building (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ohios Temple in the Agricultural Building)

The Electricity Building (b / w photo)
958481 The Electricity Building (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Electricity Building)

The Transportation Building (b / w photo)
958460 The Transportation Building (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transportation Building)

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Step back in time to the Chicago World's Fair of 1893, where innovation and culture converged. From Joseph and his Boom-de-ay Donkey to the Hindostanee Delegates at the Congress of Religions, this fair was a melting pot of diverse experiences. Take a glimpse into history with black and white photos capturing moments like Their Honeymoon or A Persian taking his Comforter. Marvel at architectural wonders such as The Canadian Building or Hans Christian Andersen's Memorial Section. Immerse yourself in different cultures by exploring The Lapland Company or admiring sculptures in the Italian Section. Ascend to new heights on the Roof of Manufactures Building or be enchanted by the Promenade and Gas Torches on Administration Building. Witness breathtaking views from South Basin, looking North, as you soak in all that this grand event had to offer. And don't miss out on experiencing the Golden Portal of Transportation Building - an entrance that exuded elegance and sophistication. The Chicago World's Fair transported visitors to a world filled with wonder, showcasing human achievements across nations. It was a celebration of progress, artistry, and cultural exchange that left an indelible mark on history.