National Half Century Exposition and Lincoln Jubilee National Half Century Anniversary Exposition and The Lincoln Jubilee: 50th Anniversary Celebration | |
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Begins | August 22, 1915 |
Ends | September 16, 1915 |
Venue | Chicago Coliseum |
Location(s) | Chicago, Illinois |
Country | United 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.