# Event Details

- **Event Name**: History Hour - Revolution in the White City: How the Fourth of July was celebrated at the 1893 World
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Independence Day at the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago was remembered as “the greatest Fourth of July celebration in the nation’s history.” A record crowd filled Jackson Park to hear patriotic speeches and music, honor two Liberty Bells, see the Declaration of Independence, and watch a parade of nations march down the Midway Plaisance. At night, the Ferris Wheel was set on fire and an astounding fireworks show decorated the skies above the White City.

Speaker, Scott Cummings, is an independent researcher who publishes worldsfairchicago1893.com, an educational website devoted to the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. When not exploring the White City, he has served on the Board of Directors of the International Wizard of Oz Club and as editor-in-chief of its journal. He writes articles and presents talks on a wide range of topics, including obscure theater shows, author L. Frank Baum, and the history of the Chicago fairgrounds.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/michigan-city/history-hour-revolution-in-the-white-city-how-the-fourth-of-july-was-celebrated-at-the-1893-world/200030130841537
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, fireworks, theatre, parades
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 24

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Michigan City
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 631 Washington St., Michigan City, IN, United States, Indiana 46360
- **lat**: 41.71483
- **long**: -86.90278
- **full address**: 631 Washington St., Michigan City, IN, United States, Indiana 46360

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is History Hour - Revolution in the White City: How the Fourth of July was celebrated at the 1893 World being held?
  - **A:** History Hour - Revolution in the White City: How the Fourth of July was celebrated at the 1893 World takes place on Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm at 631 Washington St., Michigan City, IN, United States, Indiana 46360.
- **Q**: Who is organizing History Hour - Revolution in the White City: How the Fourth of July was celebrated at the 1893 World?
  - **A:** History Hour - Revolution in the White City: How the Fourth of July was celebrated at the 1893 World is organized by The Barker Mansion.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** History Hour - Revolution in the White City: How the Fourth of July was celebrated at the 1893 World is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Michigan City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If History Hour - Revolution in the White City: How the Fourth of July was celebrated at the 1893 World sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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