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Perspective of Wonder

A Tour of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition

2026-01-20 19:00:00 2026-01-20 20:00:00 America/Chicago Perspective of Wonder In this entertaining presentation author Cindy Keeling will take you on a tour of the fairgrounds of the Chicago World's Fair of 1893 using vintage photographs, maps, and artwork. Mount Prospect Public Library - Meeting Room A room 154

Tuesday, January 20
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-20 19:00:00 2026-01-20 20:00:00 America/Chicago Perspective of Wonder In this entertaining presentation author Cindy Keeling will take you on a tour of the fairgrounds of the Chicago World's Fair of 1893 using vintage photographs, maps, and artwork. Mount Prospect Public Library - Meeting Room A room 154

Mount Prospect Public Library

Meeting Room A room 154

In this entertaining presentation author Cindy Keeling will take you on a tour of the fairgrounds of the Chicago World's Fair of 1893 using vintage photographs, maps, and artwork.

Which building had the most ostentatious dome? What in the world is "staff," and why was it important to the Fair? Which concession featured a donkey ride up a mountain? Travel back in time with Cindy to find out. Bring your enthusiasm and a sense of wonder. 

This program will not be recorded. 

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Genealogy & History |

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Mount Prospect Public Library

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Phone: (847) 253-5675

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Mon, Jan 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jan 13 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jan 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jan 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jan 16 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Sat, Jan 17 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 18 11:00AM to 5:00PM

About the Location

The Main Library is located in downtown Mount Prospect, next to Village Hall. The building houses an extensive collection of materials, spaces for quiet and collaborative work, several program rooms, public computers, a dedicated teen space, and engaging play area for children.

 For a comprehensive list of all services available at the Main Library, please visit the library website.

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Tue, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mount Prospect Public Library - Meeting Room A room 154