The World's Fair In Chicago

During 1890s, Americans were already exposed to the Industrialized nation many already entered the work force and were working extensive hours for a very small pay. Many were now leaving the rural area and traveling to the cities where they believed their life would be filled with excitement and luxuries. For the first in history, single women were moving to cities on their own hoping to make a better future in the city. The creation of the World’s Fair, was Chicago’s redemption to recreate itself and prove to the world that Chicago and the Unitied States could compete with other developed nations. The creation of the World Fair introduced many to “possibilities of social beauty, utility, and harmony of which they had not been able to even dream” 374 , the introduction of buildings that did not seem possible and giving a great importance to architectures. However, with the birth of the Worlds Fair another …show more content…
The World Fair demonstrated the emergence of the United States into the technological advanced. The World’s Fair was built on the shore of Lake Michigan where the exposition consisted of neo-classical structures, followed by various entertainments including exhibitions from foreign countries and cultures. The World’s Fair had a Midway where the area signified amusement displaying exotic dances and