Expo Remnants - 1893 Chicago World's Fair Surprise
- jason.griffing
- 8 minutes ago
- 2 min read
In this post Jason takes you to the site of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, also known as the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition. On a recent business trip to Chicago he was able make a last minute unplanned excursion to visit the one Pavilion at the Expo/Fair site that remains, which many are aware of, however when he did some research also discovers another remaining building at the site which was a surprise to him. Watch the clips and read below to see what he finds!
Apologies in advance as this filming was not planned and filmed with a handheld cellphone.
UPDATE: After further research the light posts are not the original light posts.
Below is a video and photos of Jason's surprise find.
Men's Washroom
More photos of the Palace of Fine Arts Pavilion
Video from the 'front' of the Palace of Fine Arts Pavilion
When visiting and old Expo/Fair site try to do some prior research so you can find any obscure remnants of the Expo/Fair. It is great to find a piece of history whether it be a full building or something as small as a piece of an old foundation or signpost. It connects you to the past and lets you put yourself in an exact location at a site. Just close your eyes and travel back in time!
We would love to have enthusiasts out there visit old Expo/Fair sites and send us your photos, videos, your finds and stories of your experience. It is very enjoyable to share our knowledge so we can document everything about a former World Exposition/Fair site.
Below are some interesting websites documenting some surviving buildings from the 1893 Chicago World Exposition and the Fair itself.