Chicago Tribune

Elmhurst History Museum looks back on World of Tomorrow with Century of Progress exhibit

During the most devastating financial crisis our country has ever faced — The Great Depression — Chicago held a huge, extravagant event. The Elmhurst History Museum captures that 1933-34 World’s Fair ...
Chicago Tribune

‘World of Tomorrow’ exhibit at Elmhurst History Museum lets visitors explore science, technology of 1933 World’s Fair

A mannequin family in colorful period clothing and an array of bright posters and displays greet guests as they enter the “World of Tomorrow: A Century of Progress” exhibit at the Elmhurst History ...
WAND

Half Century of Progress Show attracts thousands of visitors to Rantoul

RANTOUL, Ill. (WAND) – The Half Century of Progress show is the largest vintage farm equipment show in the United States, featuring hundreds of antique tractors and tens of thousands of visitors. Most ...
WBEZ

What’s That Building? Century of Progress houses

Five remnants of Chicago’s early-1930s Century of Progress World’s Fair sit at the edge of Lake Michigan, 52 miles from the fairgrounds in Beverly Shores, Indiana. Significant change is afoot at three ...
The News-Gazette

The show will go on: Rantoul, Half Century officials sign contract extension

This year’s Half Century of Progress show will be held Aug. 21-24 at the Rantoul National Aviation Center on the grounds of the former Chanute Air Force Base. Our Communities Editor This year’s Half ...
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Century of Progress International Exposition Souvenir Serving Tray

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Souvenir metal serving tray from the ...