National Half Century Exposition and Lincoln Jubilee

National Half Century Exposition and Lincoln Jubilee
National Half Century Anniversary Exposition and The Lincoln Jubilee: 50th Anniversary Celebration
BeginsAugust 22, 1915
EndsSeptember 16, 1915
VenueChicago Coliseum
Location(s)Chicago, Illinois
CountryUnited States

The National Half Century Exposition and Lincoln Jubilee, was a festival from August 22 to September 16, 1915 held in Chicago, Illinois, United States. It celebrated the 50th anniversary of the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Held at the Chicago Coliseum near Bronzeville[1] the exhibition was also known as the National Half Century Anniversary Exposition and The Lincoln Jubilee: 50th Anniversary Celebration.

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