The Chicago World's Columbian Exposition is considered to be a major event in defining American culture at the end of the 19th century. Although none of the buildings were permanent, they were all painted white, hence the name "The White City". The Smithsonian article in the collection gives a good historical background and perspective. Refer also to J. Fahey's short introduction in folder 1. The "Midway", much more than a present day carnival, did have the attractions of "Little Egypt", and the first ferris wheel. Also exhibited, unsuccessfully, was a small invention, that years later, did become somehwhat well known as the "Zipper."
From the description of Records, 1893. (Eastern Washington State Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 43027286
