Joseph T. Ryerson collection of World's Columbian Exposition photograph albums, 1893.

  • Collection ID 1986.0444
  • Title Joseph T. Ryerson collection of World's Columbian Exposition photograph albums [graphic].
  • Dates 1893.
  • Physical description 2 albums (222 photographs) : b&w ; 34 x 25 cm. (13 1/2 x 10 in.) or smaller.
  • Collection summary Amateur quality views of buildings, boats, statues, and fountains, some interiors of exhibit areas and interesting, unposed shots of people attending the World's Columbian Exposition. Many photos are identified.
  • Acquisition information Gift of Joseph T. Ryerson (1986.0444).
  • Names
    • World's Columbian Exposition (1893 : Chicago, Ill.) Photographs.
    • Ryerson, Joseph Turner, 1880-1947 donor. fmo
  • Subjects
    • Exhibitions Illinois Chicago 1890-1899. lctgm
    • Fairs Illinois Chicago 1890-1899.
    • People Illinois Chicago 1890-1899. lctgm
  • Geographic coverage Chicago (Ill.) Buildings, structures, etc. 1890-1899.
  • Genre
    • Photograph albums. gmgpc
    • Gelatin silver prints. gmgpc
    • Kodak card photographs. gmgpc
  • Geographic name United States llinois Cook County Chicago.