This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
The Whole World at the Century of Progress Expo
A sweeping tour through the Chicago Century of Progress exposition on the Avenue of Kings. The piece highlights modern displays from China to Mexico, robotic marvels, the Midget City of Million Lights, and the World’s Fair’s theme of global progress. It notes iconic exhibits such as the Golden Temple, Mechano exhibits, and scenes of American innovation from steam cars to aviation, all staged as a single immersive experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmo Scatt Watson SJ
Avenue of Kings
Lake Michigan
Thor Exes
Galden
Jewol
Montanrire
Mandicenstertisans
Sidoe
Sud
Toreign
Inca
Shi Witel
Wytd
Willian
Arteome
Wetton
Jehol
Napa
Fort Dearborna
Will Wille
America
X-Cart
Concetezia Vagais
Stagecoach
Tolert Fulton
Wright
Festual
Cirittaation
Calumbus
Atwerlen
Willy
Uitn
Madgen
Vale
Sock
Khow
Imle
Metor Nighiyny
Teananoe
New York