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The Chicago World’s Fair, A Century of Progress, 1933-1934

The Fair that Worked
2023-10-14 10:00:00 2023-10-14 11:00:00 America/Chicago The Chicago World’s Fair, A Century of Progress, 1933-1934 Ninety years ago, the “City of Big Shoulders” held an international exposition like no other, the Chicago World’s Fair. St. Charles Public Library - Carnegie Community Room

Saturday, October 14
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2023-10-14 10:00:00 2023-10-14 11:00:00 America/Chicago The Chicago World’s Fair, A Century of Progress, 1933-1934 Ninety years ago, the “City of Big Shoulders” held an international exposition like no other, the Chicago World’s Fair. St. Charles Public Library - Carnegie Community Room

St. Charles Public Library

Carnegie Community Room

Ninety years ago, the “City of Big Shoulders” held an international exposition like no other, the Chicago World’s Fair.

Join architect and art commentator Joseph Madda as he discusses how the city, against all odds, mounted this wondrous event in the depth of the Great Depression. REGISTER

This program is in partnership with the St. Charles History Museum. 

Two sessions are available: please only register for one. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs |

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St. Charles Public Library
Phone: 630-584-0076 x1
Fax: 630-584-9262
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St. Charles Public Library
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MON-THU 9 A.M.-9 P.M.
FRI 9 A.M.-8 P.M.
SAT 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
SUN 12 P.M.-5 P.M.
 

 
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St. Charles, IL 60174
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About the branch

The award-winning St. Charles Public Library District is located in the scenic Fox River Valley, 35 miles west of Chicago. The Library serves a district population of 55,092 residents and has a staff of 101. The St. Charles Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.

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