Name/Title
Century of Progress Illinois Host BuildingEntry/Object ID
M79.11.28Description
This is the Illinois Host Building at the Century of Progress 1933-34 Chicago World's Fair. Branches of two large trees frame the tower and clipped hedges line the sidewalks. This appears to be the "back" entrance. Many flagpoles with flags are visible over the wings. Photo is mounted on ecru paperboard mat.Photograph Details
Type of Photograph
Black and White PrintMade/Created
Studio
Hedrich-BlessingDate made
1933Time Period
1930sInscription/Signature/Marks
Notes
Handwritten script on the back: 8 Langdon Longwell Collection - Century of Progress 1933-1934 Illinois Host Building