Chicagos Collection

Elevated train to take visitors around the exhibition. Date: May - October 1893

Diagram of the original design for the Great Wheel. Columbian Exposition's tallest attraction, designed and built by George Washington Gale Ferris Jr

Attraction at the Chicago's World's Fair, designed and built by George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. The ferris wheel named the Chicago Wheel, had thirty-six pendulum cars

Portraits of the Russian dancers Andreas Pavley and Serge Oukrainsky, Chicagos ballet masters of the Chicago Ballet Opera, , 1928 Date: 1928

Photograph of a couple entering the 1343rd hour
Photograph of a very fatiqued couple entering the 1343rd hour in Chicagos dance marathon, 1931 Date: 1931

Chicago Worlds Fair - Carillon Tower, Hall of Science. Date: 1933

Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel Chicago (built in 1927). Date: 1927

Advert for Mandel Brothers department store 1913
Announcement for the opening of the new spring collection at Chicagos Mandel Brothers department store. Advert showing some well dressed women and a men being welcomed by a Sikh boy. Date: 1913

Chicagos International Exposition - Twin Pylons
Chicagos International Exposition - Covered with symbolic bas reliefs of the forces of electricity, these Twin Pylons (100ft)

Chicago Skyscrapers
The Wrigley Building and the Tribune Tower, facing each other on Michigan Avenue. Two of Chicagos most interesting and beautiful buildings. Date: circa 1930

Chicago Street Scene
Tramways compete with horse- drawn traffic in Chicagos commercial centre

Chicago Docks - 2
Chicagos docks, looking out towards Lake Superior

Chicago Docks - 1
Though landlocked and served only by lakes and canals, Chicagos docks are very busy

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"Step into the Timeless Charm of Chicago's World's Fair: A Journey Back to 1893" Immerse yourself in the grandeur and innovation of Chicago's World's Fair, a remarkable event that captivated visitors from May to October in 1893. As you explore this historic exhibition, be sure not to miss these iconic attractions that defined the era. Hop aboard the elevated train, an ingenious transportation system designed specifically for this occasion. Let it whisk you away on a thrilling journey through the fairgrounds, providing panoramic views of all its wonders. One sight that will surely leave you in awe is the Great Wheel, an architectural marvel envisioned by George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. Study its original design diagram and marvel at its towering presence as it stands tall above all other attractions at the Columbian Exposition. This ferris wheel named "The Chicago Wheel" boasted thirty-six pendulum cars, each accommodating forty passengers – a breathtaking experience that carried up to 1, 440 people at once. Capture a glimpse of history with portraits showcasing Russian dancers Andreas Pavley and his troupe mesmerizing audiences with their graceful moves. Their performances were nothing short of enchanting during this momentous event. Delve further into time as you witness a photograph capturing a couple entering their 1343rd hour together since they first stepped foot onto these hallowed grounds. Feel their love transcend time itself within this captivating image. Make your way towards the Carillon Tower and Hall of Science – two magnificent structures that stood proudly amidst Chicago's International Exposition. Marvel at their intricate details and appreciate how they symbolize progress and enlightenment during this transformative period. For those seeking respite after exploring these wonders, indulge in luxurious accommodations at Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel Chicago – where elegance meets modern comfort seamlessly. Don't forget to admire Twin Pylons standing tall against the skyline; symbols representing unity between nations during Chicagos' International Exposition.